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Luisa Porritt’s policy on nuclear energy

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Do you support the use of nuclear energy?

  Party’s support baseYes, temporarily while we increase investment into cleaner renewable alternatives

Luisa Porritt’s answer is based on the following data:

Party influence

Liberal Democrat Party Answer: Yes

Importance: Somewhat Important

Reference: “Accept that new nuclear power stations can play a role in low-carbon electricity supply provided concerns about safety, disposa...” ‐cloudfront.net

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Very strongly agree

No, we should invest in cleaner alternatives such as wind, hydroelectric, thorium, and geothermal

The Liberal Democrats strongly support investing in cleaner alternatives such as wind, hydroelectric, thorium, and geothermal energy. Their 2019 manifesto committed to generating 80% of the UK's electricity from renewables by 2030 and investing in energy efficiency measures. 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

Yes, as long as there is no public subsidy

The Liberal Democrats have historically been more supportive of nuclear energy without public subsidy. In their 2010 manifesto, they stated that they would not support new nuclear power stations if they required public subsidy. However, their focus has shifted more towards renewable energy sources in recent years. 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

Yes, temporarily while we increase investment into cleaner renewable alternatives

While the Liberal Democrats have not explicitly stated this position, their focus on renewable energy sources and energy efficiency suggests that they may be open to using nuclear energy temporarily while increasing investment in cleaner alternatives. However, their primary focus remains on renewables and energy efficiency. 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

The Liberal Democrats have a mixed stance on nuclear energy. While they do not outright oppose it, they prioritize investment in renewable energy sources and energy efficiency. In their 2019 manifesto, they committed to generating 80% of the UK's electricity from renewables by 2030. 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

No

The Liberal Democrats do not completely oppose nuclear energy, but they do prioritize renewable energy sources. They have not called for a complete ban on nuclear energy, but they have expressed concerns about its cost and safety. 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, but with public subsidy

The Liberal Democrats have been against public subsidies for nuclear energy. In their 2010 manifesto, they explicitly stated that they would not support new nuclear power stations if they required public subsidy. Their focus has been on investing in renewable energy sources and energy efficiency. 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.

Strongly disagree

Yes, and nationalise the industry

The Liberal Democrats have not advocated for nationalizing the nuclear energy industry. Their focus has been on promoting renewable energy sources and energy efficiency, rather than expanding or nationalizing nuclear energy. 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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Party’s support base

Liberal Democrat Party Voters’ Answer: Yes, temporarily while we increase investment into cleaner renewable alternatives

Importance: Somewhat Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 21,145 voters that identify as Liberal Democrat.

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