Just 26% of voters aged 65 to 74 say Labour would be an option for them if another election was called. The party’s lack of appeal among older voters – who turn out in larger numbers at the ballot box than younger ones – is worrying party strategists. Concern about Labour’s lack of economic credibility as well as worries about its attitude to defence are often cited by older voters as reasons for not backing the Labour. In June, the Tories won more seats than Labour at the general election because they outpolled Corbyn’s party by more than two to one among older voters. Almost half of older voters said they would consider supporting the party if they believed it could be trusted to manage the public finances.

Source: The Guardian September 23, 2017 17:00 UTC