Public confidence in UK police drops below 50% by end of 2026

The report highlights declining public confidence, and further scandals or leadership failures are likely to erode trust further. Public opinion polls will show a sustained below-50% approval rating for police performance by December 2026, driven by high-profile misconduct cases and slow reform implementation.

zeitgeist · Prediction Market

Implied probability (Yes)

78%

Closes

2026-12-31

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