Are shy voters a pollster’s nightmare?

Are shy voters a pollster’s nightmare?

The recent election of Joseph Biden to the White House has raised familiar doubts concerning the efficacy of the polling industry in being able to accurately predict the outcome of an election. The first response to this complaint could be that it is not the...
What is the right time to call time at the bar?

What is the right time to call time at the bar?

Because of Covid, pubs are now closing at 10pm, resulting in a furore of dismay and much controversy about loss of liberties and the ‘killjoy’ attitude of the government. But many of us remember when the closure of pubs at 10pm was the norm. The announcement of ‘Time,...
Is it really good to talk?

Is it really good to talk?

For many people the telephone has been a great source of support during lockdown. Not only has it enabled us to keep contact with family and close friends, but the ‘hallo – how are you – how are you coping?’ calls with not-so-close acquaintances have somehow...
Do we want government control of our lives?

Do we want government control of our lives?

As we endure the long months of Covid-19, it is clear from recent (Aug 2020) YouGov polls that the British people have overwhelmingly approved of the government’s restrictions on their daily lives. For instance, 91% have supported the requirement to wear face masks on...
Fancy a holiday abroad?

Fancy a holiday abroad?

Taking a holiday abroad at the moment carries risks that we couldn’t have imagined a year ago. At a time when there’s so much uncertainty associated with travel, many of us are choosing to stay at home, with dramatic effects on the tourism industry and airlines in...