
The essential weekly update on what the British public thinks and why. Brought to you by More in Common UK and Luke Tryl.
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| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 22 | Founded | 5 months ago |
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In this episode of The Opinion Brief, host Luke Tryl is joined by More in Common’s Louis and Issy to analyse the Clacton by-election, how Nigel Farage performed, and what comes next for Reform.
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* Is high turnout actually a go... more
In this week's episode, we're lucky enough to be joined by Associate Editor at the Sunday Times, Josh Glancy, to look at the state of the parties and the Battle for the Right on the eve of the Clacton by-Election.
* Is the shine wearing off Nigel F... more
Is the "Burnham Bounce" enough to save Labour at the next general election - or are there hidden warning signs in the latest polling?
In Episode 19 of The Opinion Brief by More in Common, Luke Tryl breaks down the latest UK voting intentions, prefer... more
Labour takes the lead for the first time in over a year as Prime Minister Andy Burnham sees a surge in approval ratings.
In Episode 18 of The Opinion Brief by More in Common, host Luke Tryl breaks down our latest UK voting intention polling. We exam... more
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This weekly political and public-opinion briefing digs into what the British public thinks and why, anchoring discussions in fresh polling, focus groups, and policy context. Episodes routinely blend climate, immigration, economic resilience, and leadership perception with practical messaging, media strategy, and long-term trends in public opinion. A standout element is the show's multi-segment format, balancing data-driven analysis with accessible storytelling and timely political reflections, plus on-the-ground reporting from by-elections and local contests. Listeners likely include policy professionals, strategists, and journalists seeking nuanced, data-backed insights into UK politics and public sentiment.
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