New polling indicates that Nigel Farage is perceived as the party leader most likely to ignite a disagreement on Christmas Day, reports BritPanorama.
The survey conducted by Public First asked respondents to envision how senior political figures would act in festive situations, such as preparing Christmas lunch and distributing presents.
Farage, the leader of Reform UK, was frequently identified as the person most likely to instigate an argument. In contrast, Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch was highlighted as the best candidate for creating a successful Christmas lunch, while Sir Keir Starmer was most often noted as the one likely to burn the turkey.
Farage topped the list for the individual most expected to cause a dispute across all age demographics. Interestingly, when asked whom they would prefer to spend Christmas Day with, respondents indicated a preference for Farage in most age groups, except for those aged 25-34, who chose the Prime Minister as their top pick.
Among voters aged 65 and over, the responses showed Farage and Badenoch neck and neck, with 28% and 27.9% respectively favoring them. The survey also extended its inquiries beyond party leaders.
When considering Santa Claus’s potential voting preferences, 25.4% of participants asserted that he would likely abstain. Among those who believed he would vote, Reform UK garnered 16.2% of the responses, followed closely by Labour at 15.6%, with both the Conservatives and Greens receiving 11.1%.
Public First pollster Jules Walkden noted, “Most Brits want a politics-free Christmas. But if the leaders turned up, the public picture Farage turning dinner into a row, Badenoch running the kitchen cabinet better than the Shadow Cabinet and Starmer cremating the turkey.”
He added, “It’s a light-hearted question, but the answers reflect how the public see these figures – Farage is seen as more likely to stir conflict, while Starmer is more often associated with things going wrong.”
This survey showcases the public’s perceptions of political leaders in light-hearted scenarios, reflecting broader sentiments regarding their personalities and leadership qualities.
