Essential Research has published its final fortnightly poll for the year, which includes its monthly leadership ratings. The federal government’s ratings for COVID-19 response have deteriorated after a three-month improving trend, down six on good to 41% and up seven on poor to 32%. The equivalent results for the states record a one point drop in the New South Wales government’s good rating to 54%, an eight point drop in the Victorian government’s rating to 43% and a three point drop for Queensland to 57%. However, the government now records neutral ratings on the vaccine rollout and is rated very favourably for the legalisation of same-sex marriage. The poll was conducted Monday and Tuesday from a sample of 811.

Source: The Guardian December 22, 2021 08:44 UTC