As we enter a new era of British politics a new study has found that 29% of Brits think they have what’s needed to take on the role of Prime Minister, with 23% saying they would run for PM if given the chance.
The research commissioned by Channel 4 ahead of the launch of ‘Make Me Prime Minister’ also revealed the top political jobs that pique the public’s interest with Prime Minister (25%), Political Economist (24%) and Political Assistant (23%) coming in top. Other jobs of interest include Campaign Manager (20%) and Policy Advisor (20%)
However, a job in politics is a turn off for many with stress (38%), lack of right qualifications (31%) and a lack of passion towards politics (31%) cited as the main reasons to abstain from a career in politics.
When it comes to the values that make a good Prime Minister, the British public are looking for trustworthiness (39%), honesty (38%) and integrity (38%).
These values are something Martin Lewis (14%)– the money expert, clearly has in bucket loads as Lewis was voted top of a list of celebrities that Brits would love to see take the top job at number 10. With the cost-of-living crisis dominating the news agenda, Martin Lewis’ expertise and advice is something Brits are looking for and admire.
National treasures Sir David Attenborough (9%) and Stephen Fry (7%) come second and third respectively.
Following his work both on and off the pitch and in the lead up to the World Cup this November, one in 20 (5%) of Brits would put their faith in Marcus Rashford to lead the country.
Top Ten celebrities Brits would like to see in charge:
1. Martin Lewis
2. Sir David Attenborough
3. Stephen Fry
4. Alison Hammond
5. Richard Osman
6. Dame Judi Dench
7. Marcus Rashford
8. Ricky Gervais
9. Dame Helen Mirren
10. Eddie Izzard
To celebrate the launch of ‘Make Me Prime Minister’, Channel 4 has travelled the country with a portable No. 10 Downing Street giving Brits the chance to have their say and share their killer, vote-winning policy ideas, as if they were to take to the lectern outside number 10 as PM.
