The poll covered the following issues: Does Brown have what it takes to be PM; Brown vs. Cameron; Do people link the Conservatives with Thatcher/Major; If Elected, Should Cameron Cut Taxes.

Populus interviewed a random sample of 1,011 adults aged 18+ by telephone between 27th September 2006 and 28th September 2006. Interviews were conducted across England and the results have been weighted to be representative of all English adults.