Reported at www.thenewdaily.com.au: Labor has gained the support of a majority of voters for the first time in eight months, now leading the Coalition 51% to 49% in a recent YouGov poll following a significant Medicare funding boost.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s approval rating has increased, with a six-point lead over Coalition Leader Peter Dutton, particularly benefiting from his support for Ukraine.

With elections expected by mid-May, Labor’s improved polling offers a much-needed boost in confidence ahead of the vote.