Dan Pender, Managing Director
“This is our third insight into public opinion over the course of the campaign. The trend for change based on issues rather than personalities or party preference is overwhelmingly clear.
“63% of people have identified public services and quality of life as the number one change issue, with government formation and tax cuts distant change factors. The preferred choice for next Taoiseach has remained largely consistent over the three weeks.
“With close to one-third of voters yet to decide how they will vote, and a similar number indicating that they have shifted their intentions based on how the campaign has unfolded, the last week remains crucial.”