Public calls for greater say on executive pay

Shareholders should be able to force top executives to accept lower pay deals and repay bonuses following poor performance, according to new research by Populus.

Populus in new senior hire

The senior team at Populus has been further boosted by the arrival of Chris Wilkins from Bell Pottinger Public Advocacy. Chris will work closely with Director Rick Nye to develop the political, social and corporate reputation side of the business providing senior counsel on communications and brand/reputation management.

AA Street Watch-The Big Litter Pick

The Big Litter Pick is a 30 minute to one hour survey on foot which will take place during daylight hours from May 12-27th 2012. Walk a route of your choice in your local area and report back to us on the amount of litter that you see, and the number of other instances where the environment you are in has been spoiled by other people. AA staff will be doing this and also picking up the litter that they see. We would be delighted if you were to collect as well as survey the litter and report back to us on problems that you find and also your ideas on possible solutions.

Britons call on companies to report their carbon emissions

77% of the British public want to see companies with 250 or more employees report their carbon emissions.

Britain and the survival of the European project

67% of people support Britain staying in the EU. Policy Network President, Peter Mandelson, will give the annual University of Oxford Hands lecture on 'Britain and the survival of the European project' and will set out why Britain’s future role in Europe will require a fundamental reassessment if the Eurozone is salvaged and survives. Key findings on British attitudes towards European integration and global interdependence is also discussed.

Boris Johnson on course to retain the keys to City Hall

A recent Populus poll gives Mr Johnson a commanding lead over Ken Livingstone in both the first and second rounds of voting. It also suggests the result hinges on the Mayor’s ability to get people living in outer boroughs to go out and vote.

Parties 'are not motorist-friendly'

42% of drivers did not think any of the main political parties were motorist-friendly according to a Populus/AA poll.

Two thirds of MPs want in-house PA teams on register

Two thirds of MPs think in-house public affairs teams should be included on register of public affairs.

Two thirds of the public support gay marriage

Coverage in Attitude magazine of Populus's poll on equal rights for gay couples.

Public back private sector in education but not profit

Insight PA/Populus research shows strong support for free school and academies

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.

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.

The Trust Deficit

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

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"