In circumstances where there is a contradiction between a government's manifesto promises and what they believe is in the national interest at that time, which do you think it is more important for them to do?

In circumstances where there is a contradiction between a government's manifesto promises and what they believe is in the national interest at that time, which do you think it is more important for them to do? Published on 30 October 2025 → Survey conducted on 30 October 2025 on 6193 GB adults

All adults

Region

Gender

Politics

Age

It is more important for governments to stick to their manifesto and campaign promises

33%

It is more important for governments to do what they believe is in the national interest at that time

45%

Something else

Don't know

15%

It is more important for governments to stick to their manifesto and campaign promises

33%

It is more important for governments to do what they believe is in the national interest at that time

45%

Something else

Don't know

15%

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