The Intelligence from The Economist The Intelligence: Labour’s union
Mar 7, 2024
Join Tom Sass, a public policy editor for The Economist, who dissects the Labour Party's significant polling lead in the UK and the shifting dynamics among key voter demographics. Max Rodenbeck, Berlin bureau chief, discusses the ramifications of two recent blunders by the German military concerning Ukraine, questioning national security and alliance perceptions. Meanwhile, explore innovative approaches in Japan to counter declining birth rates through community-driven childcare initiatives, highlighting shifts in cultural attitudes toward parenting.
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Labour's Broad Support
- Labour's projected win in the next British election could be due to broader support than the Tories.
- This is based on an analysis of 100,000 Brits by The Economist.
Increased Voter Volatility
- British voter volatility has increased, with more swing voters than in previous decades.
- This is driven by falling partisanship and the rise of smaller parties, accelerated by Brexit.
Restructuring of British Politics
- British politics is restructuring around age and education, supercharged by Brexit.
- Conservatives attract older voters, while Labour appeals to younger, more educated demographics, especially in urban areas.