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Survey finds Poles, fellow Europeans increasingly concerned with migration

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There is an increasing concern about immigration among Europeans, with 59% of Poles (slightly above the 54% average) considering the issue a problem for their country, according to the survey conducted by BVA Xsight for ARTE Europe Weekly.

The poll found that seven out of ten Europeans believe their country admits too many migrants. A total of 67% of Poles shared this view, compared to an EU average of 74% and Greeks being the highest with 90% and Hungary the lowest (54%).

The findings highlight a growing sentiment, with Europeans are mainly in favour of quotas of migrants per country (74%) and a common policy to combat illegal immigration (85%).

In turn, 39% of those surveyed acknowledge the need for immigration in Europe today, with 31% in Poland.

EU’s impact

When asked about the positive impact of the EU on the lives of residents. As many as 30% believe that the EU has a negative impact; 20% that it has no impact, and one in three (and 39% of Poles) see a positive impact.

War is Poles top concern (59%), which was higher than any other EU nation and a similar concern for all three Baltic countries. This was followed by health (47%) and then security (28%).

Interestingly, Poles were the least worried of all Europeans over purchasing power (the EU average was 24%), with just 8%, considering it an issue that concerns them personally.

Poles ranked highest (82%) among those asked if they are interested in the upcoming European elections, compared to an EU average of 70%.

The insights stem from an online survey conducted between March 27 and April 9 across the 27 member states, engaging 22,726 individuals aged 15 and above, ensuring a representative sample from each nation.

The collaboration involved various media outlets, including El PAÍS, Gazeta Wyborcza, Internazionale, Ir, Kathimerini, Le Soir, and Telex, which facilitated the comprehensive analysis.
Source: ARTE, El Pais, Gazeta Wyborcza
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