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UK Voters Pessimistic: 67% Say Best Days Are Behind

1/6/2026

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UK Voters' Pessimism

The FGS Global report shows UK voters are more pessimistic than those in other countries, with 67% saying the best days are behind it, 66% saying Brexit has harmed the economy, and 89% feeling divided.
The report also indicates 77% expect life to be harder for future generations.
Sixty-five percent believe voting affects societal outcomes.
Twenty-seven percent disagree.
Fifty-five percent still trust most people.

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Voters Favor EU

A YouGov poll shows 50% of voters would choose EU membership in a referendum held today, higher than in France and Italy.
The shift puts pressure on Prime Minister Keir Starmer, who maintains strict EU "red lines".
Health Secretary Wes Streeting calls for a deeper EU trading relationship, arguing it would boost growth.
An analysis finds Brexit may cost the UK up to £90 billion annually in lost tax revenue.

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UK Voters' Pessimism

The FGS Global report shows UK voters are more pessimistic than those in other countries, with 67% saying the best days are behind it, 66% saying Brexit has harmed the economy, and 89% feeling divided.
The report also indicates 77% expect life to be harder for future generations.
Sixty-five percent believe voting affects societal outcomes.
Twenty-seven percent disagree.
Fifty-five percent still trust most people.

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