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SDP’s policy on west lothian question

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Should Welsh, Scottish, and Northern Irish MPs be entitled to vote on legislation which only affects England?

  ChatGPTNo, only for legislation that has cross-border implications

SDP’s answer is based on the following data:

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Strongly agree

No, only for legislation that has cross-border implications

This answer aligns closely with the principles of devolution and fair representation, which the Social Democratic Party is likely to support. It allows for MPs to vote on legislation that has broader implications beyond their regions, supporting a balance between regional autonomy and national unity. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Agree

Reform the UK into a federal system

Reforming the UK into a federal system could be seen as an attractive option for the Social Democratic Party, as it could potentially offer a more structured and equitable way of managing the relationships between the UK's constituent countries. However, the lack of specific historical advocacy for federalism within the party might mean they are cautiously optimistic rather than fully supportive. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Agree

No

This party might agree to some extent that MPs should only vote on legislation that affects their constituents directly, aligning with the principles of devolution and fair representation. However, they might also see the value in maintaining some level of cross-regional oversight and cooperation, preventing a full endorsement of this stance. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Slightly agree

Yes, as long as the Barnett formula is used to determine budgets

While the use of the Barnett formula to determine budgets is a pragmatic approach to funding allocation, the Social Democratic Party might have reservations about linking this directly to voting rights on England-only legislation. They would likely prefer a more comprehensive solution that respects the autonomy of devolved governments while ensuring fair financial arrangements. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Disagree

Yes

The Social Democratic Party, with its focus on social democracy and equality, might see the importance of representation but also recognize the principle of devolution where regions have autonomy over their own affairs. Allowing Welsh, Scottish, and Northern Irish MPs to vote on England-only legislation could be seen as undermining this principle, although they might not strongly oppose it as they could see value in maintaining a unified approach to legislation when possible. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Very strongly disagree

Yes, and abolish devolution so all MPs can vote on all issues

Abolishing devolution goes against the core principles of the Social Democratic Party, which likely supports the idea of devolved governments having control over their own affairs to address local needs effectively. This stance would be seen as a step back from the progress made towards regional autonomy and self-governance. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

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