UK Home Office’s Survey on Public Perceptions of Corruption shows growing public concern over corruption, driven by doubts about political integrity, public-sector conduct, and influence of money in politics

The research finds that although most people have limited direct experience of corruption, they believe it is widespread, particularly in areas involving political influence, procurement, lobbying, and the behaviour of senior officials — with trust closely tied to transparency and accountability. It also shows that the public has a varied and sometimes incomplete understanding of what constitutes corruption, highlighting the need for clearer communication, stronger integrity standards and more visible enforcement to restore confidence in public institutions…