The Times/Populus poll summary February

A summary of the issues and trends highlighted by Populus's latest survey of voting intention.

The costs of education

18% of parents "partly hope" their child doesn't get into university because of the costs they would face.

Events

Populus hosts regular events with leading figures from across the political and business worlds. Click the link above to see our most recent schedule, or email us for more information at events@populus.co.uk.

Uncertainty about the future

Article in The Hindu newspaper draws on Populus's research for portrait of Britain going into 2012

Public Service provision

Guardian blog entry by Populus's Laurence Stellings on the latest attitudes to the provision of public services.

Many motorists unprepared for winter

Research conducted on behalf of the British Red Cross shows less than 40% of drivers feel they are prepared for adverse weather conditions.

Driving Music

Populus conducted research into the music drivers listen to and their driving habits.

Public Service Reform

Populus's Public Services event with Insight PA, Nick Boles MP and Pat McFadden MP attending.

Senior hire signals business advance for Populus

Populus, the growing research and strategy agency, has bolstered its capabilities and widened its offering with the appointment of two new Directors. Gary Muncaster and Chris Menzies both join from ICM.

The Times/Populus poll summary November

A summary of the issues and trends highlighted by Populus's latest survey of voting intention.

The Times/Populus poll summary October

A summary of the issues and trends highlighted by Populus's latest survey of voting intention.

University courses 'not worth £9,000 a year'

Populus finds that many students felt they had better teaching in secondary than in higher education.

SMBs skeptical of IT as a path to growth

Research in Canada shows only 18% of SMBs consider IT a priority

Safety fears over young drivers racing their sat navs

Estimated time seen as a challenge to beat.

International business survey shows revenue growth despite fall in global confidence

Research carried out by Populus for the Sage group shows many businesses are optimistic about the next six months.

Populus poll reveals lack of confidence in pensions

"Politicians have to boost confidence in pensions, or people will simply opt-out," says NAPF chief

Ed Miliband still struggling to connect

After a year as leader of the Labour Party, 63% of people cannot imagine Miliband as Prime Minister.

Britons still back nuclear

Populus Research for the British Science Association shows no loss of faith after Fukushima.

Councils learn to listen

Populus research shows residents believe councils are increasingly taking account of their views, as local authorities continue to launch cuts consultation programmes.

The Trust Deficit

A new report by Populus shows the important and complex role of trust in business.

Mind calls for increase in mental health support

Populus research for mental health charity Mind shows a good workplace environment is crucial for avoiding stress and depression.

New research shows that over half of opinion formers never use Twitter

Trust in newspapers is higher than for any other form of media

Nick Sparrow joins Populus

Nick Sparrow, "really thrilled to be joining the excellent team at Populus"