A YouGov survey reveals Western Europeans believe crime is increasing, yet long-term data shows overall crime rates, including murder, have fallen significantly since the 1990s. Public perception is influenced by media focus on drug trafficking, gang violence, and fraud.
A YouGov poll for Working Chance found over a third of 565 HR decision-makers surveyed faced pushback against EDI initiatives in the past year, with resistance rising. The charity warns this threatens inclusive hiring for people with criminal convictions, who face significant employment barriers. The findings coincide with a Ministry of Justice conference addressing employer confidence gaps in recruiting people with convictions, while employment remains the strongest protective factor against reoffending costing the UK £18bn-£23bn annually.
YouGov polling for MSI Reproductive Choices finds 90% of UK adults support the right to access abortion, with support spanning political parties (94% Labour, 91% Conservative, 95% Green, 86% Reform). However, nearly one in five people believe abortion access could be reduced, rising to over a quarter of 18-25-year-olds, who cite US developments and rise of far right as concerns.
