WeThink Polling
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WeThink (by @omnisis.bsky.social) run adhoc polling when clients demand.
Bluesky now has over 10 million users, and we were #241,702!
September 17, 2024 at 6:40 AM
Bluesky now has over 10 million users, and we were #241,702!
And finally… the age-old question (if you’ll pardon the pun). We asked, how old do you think a person should be before having access to social media? The highest score (36%) was for the 16-17 year old age bracket.
September 5, 2024 at 2:48 PM
And finally… the age-old question (if you’ll pardon the pun). We asked, how old do you think a person should be before having access to social media? The highest score (36%) was for the 16-17 year old age bracket.
Almost two-thirds of Brits believe that the Government favours social media platforms over its users.
September 5, 2024 at 2:48 PM
Almost two-thirds of Brits believe that the Government favours social media platforms over its users.
Next up we asked, in your opinion, does it matter if the head of a social media company is politically active?
September 5, 2024 at 2:48 PM
Next up we asked, in your opinion, does it matter if the head of a social media company is politically active?
Now, onto the hot topic of social media regulation 🔥 Platforms have come under fire recently amid the spreading of misinformation during the recent riots. Almost half of respondents agree that there should be more regulation on X/Twitter, TikTok, Facebook and Instagram.
September 5, 2024 at 2:48 PM
Now, onto the hot topic of social media regulation 🔥 Platforms have come under fire recently amid the spreading of misinformation during the recent riots. Almost half of respondents agree that there should be more regulation on X/Twitter, TikTok, Facebook and Instagram.
It may be X to some, it’ll always be Twitter to us 🐦 We asked, has the acquisition of Twitter / X made you more or less likely to use the platform? Whilst the majority reported no change, 34% said they’re less likely to use the platform.
September 5, 2024 at 2:48 PM
It may be X to some, it’ll always be Twitter to us 🐦 We asked, has the acquisition of Twitter / X made you more or less likely to use the platform? Whilst the majority reported no change, 34% said they’re less likely to use the platform.
He might not be everyone’s cup of tea 🍵 But how do Brits feel about Elon Musk? Though he’s sometimes a controversial figure, the majority don’t have particularly strong feelings about him.
September 5, 2024 at 2:48 PM
He might not be everyone’s cup of tea 🍵 But how do Brits feel about Elon Musk? Though he’s sometimes a controversial figure, the majority don’t have particularly strong feelings about him.
The irony of posting this here isn’t lost on us. As you can see, the mandate from the British public is clear when it comes to Brits supporting or opposing a UK-wide ban of X 😉
September 5, 2024 at 2:48 PM
The irony of posting this here isn’t lost on us. As you can see, the mandate from the British public is clear when it comes to Brits supporting or opposing a UK-wide ban of X 😉
Next up we asked, in your opinion, does it matter if the head of a social media company is politically active?
February 10, 2025 at 3:59 PM
Next up we asked, in your opinion, does it matter if the head of a social media company is politically active?
It may be X to some, it’ll always be Twitter to us 🐦 We asked, has the acquisition of Twitter / X made you more or less likely to use the platform? Whilst the majority reported no change, 34% said they’re less likely to use the platform.
February 10, 2025 at 3:59 PM
It may be X to some, it’ll always be Twitter to us 🐦 We asked, has the acquisition of Twitter / X made you more or less likely to use the platform? Whilst the majority reported no change, 34% said they’re less likely to use the platform.
And for a deeper dive into the data, check out our latest opinion piece 'Why art and culture still matter to the British public' https://buff.ly/3yYOKyt #art #culture #uk
August 30, 2024 at 2:39 PM
And for a deeper dive into the data, check out our latest opinion piece 'Why art and culture still matter to the British public' https://buff.ly/3yYOKyt #art #culture #uk
Lastly, we asked, should AI companies be allowed to use copyrighted material to train their models without compensating the original creators? 58% of respondents said it should not be allowed.
August 30, 2024 at 2:39 PM
Lastly, we asked, should AI companies be allowed to use copyrighted material to train their models without compensating the original creators? 58% of respondents said it should not be allowed.
And finally, onto the fascinating and often polarising topic of AI. We asked, how do you think AI will affect the future of the creative industries? Almost a third said that they think AI will mostly harm creative industries. However, the majority are unsure of its implications.
August 30, 2024 at 2:39 PM
And finally, onto the fascinating and often polarising topic of AI. We asked, how do you think AI will affect the future of the creative industries? Almost a third said that they think AI will mostly harm creative industries. However, the majority are unsure of its implications.
Of those that chose more funding for one than the other, Brits were three times as likely to support greater funding for STEM than greater funding for Arts and Humanities.
August 30, 2024 at 2:39 PM
Of those that chose more funding for one than the other, Brits were three times as likely to support greater funding for STEM than greater funding for Arts and Humanities.
Our polling found that when wanting to watch a movie, only 1 in 5 (20%) of people in the UK would go to a Cinema, compared to 67% who would stay at home. When we asked about the motives behind staying at home for those that do, 70% said it’s cheaper than going to the cinema.
August 30, 2024 at 2:39 PM
Our polling found that when wanting to watch a movie, only 1 in 5 (20%) of people in the UK would go to a Cinema, compared to 67% who would stay at home. When we asked about the motives behind staying at home for those that do, 70% said it’s cheaper than going to the cinema.
Due to the cost of living crisis, many people have had to cut back on their spending. We asked, to what extent, if at all, has the UK cost of living crisis affected your ability to engage with arts and culture? The results show that the majority of people have been affected.
August 30, 2024 at 2:39 PM
Due to the cost of living crisis, many people have had to cut back on their spending. We asked, to what extent, if at all, has the UK cost of living crisis affected your ability to engage with arts and culture? The results show that the majority of people have been affected.
To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statement: ‘Art and Culture is primarily for the upper class’
August 30, 2024 at 2:39 PM
To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statement: ‘Art and Culture is primarily for the upper class’
We asked, do you think art and culture have become too politicised recently?
August 30, 2024 at 2:39 PM
We asked, do you think art and culture have become too politicised recently?
Next up, we asked if people had noticed a closure or reduction in any of these cultural institutions in their local area in the last 10 years? It seems that youth clubs are at the highest risk of closure at 36%. However 31% reported “none of these”.
August 30, 2024 at 2:39 PM
Next up, we asked if people had noticed a closure or reduction in any of these cultural institutions in their local area in the last 10 years? It seems that youth clubs are at the highest risk of closure at 36%. However 31% reported “none of these”.
Access to art and culture in local communities has been gradually decreasing for some time, with many popular locations at risk of closure. We asked, how important (5) or unimportant (1) do Brits think it is to have access to cultural spaces in their local community?
August 30, 2024 at 2:39 PM
Access to art and culture in local communities has been gradually decreasing for some time, with many popular locations at risk of closure. We asked, how important (5) or unimportant (1) do Brits think it is to have access to cultural spaces in their local community?
First - the big picture. We asked, is art and culture important for a healthy society and for the UK economy? The results show a significant majority for both their importance for a healthy society (62%) and to the economy (57%).
August 30, 2024 at 2:39 PM
First - the big picture. We asked, is art and culture important for a healthy society and for the UK economy? The results show a significant majority for both their importance for a healthy society (62%) and to the economy (57%).
Art and culture are the backbone of British society. But how do Brits feel about the challenges facing these industries? This week we decided to discover the British public’s attitudes to all things art and culture. Let’s begin 🧵!
August 30, 2024 at 2:39 PM
Art and culture are the backbone of British society. But how do Brits feel about the challenges facing these industries? This week we decided to discover the British public’s attitudes to all things art and culture. Let’s begin 🧵!
Lastly, we asked, should AI companies be allowed to use copyrighted material to train their models without compensating the original creators? 58% of respondents said it should not be allowed.
February 10, 2025 at 3:59 PM
Lastly, we asked, should AI companies be allowed to use copyrighted material to train their models without compensating the original creators? 58% of respondents said it should not be allowed.
Of those that chose more funding for one than the other, Brits were three times as likely to support greater funding for STEM than greater funding for Arts and Humanities.
February 10, 2025 at 3:58 PM
Of those that chose more funding for one than the other, Brits were three times as likely to support greater funding for STEM than greater funding for Arts and Humanities.
Our polling found that when wanting to watch a movie, only 1 in 5 (20%) of people in the UK would go to a Cinema, compared to 67% who would stay at home. When we asked about the motives behind staying at home for those that do, 70% said it’s cheaper than going to the cinema.
February 10, 2025 at 3:58 PM
Our polling found that when wanting to watch a movie, only 1 in 5 (20%) of people in the UK would go to a Cinema, compared to 67% who would stay at home. When we asked about the motives behind staying at home for those that do, 70% said it’s cheaper than going to the cinema.