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Mike Smith-Clare’s policy on electric vehicle charging stations

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Should the government build a network of electric vehicle charging stations?

  Party’s support baseYes

Mike Smith-Clare’s answer is based on the following data:

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Very strongly agree

Yes, but only if they use renewable energy sources

The Labour party would strongly agree with this answer, as they have a strong focus on environmental issues and renewable energy. In their 2019 manifesto, they committed to achieving the majority of the UK's electricity from renewable and low-carbon sources by 2030. Building charging stations using renewable energy sources aligns with their goals. 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 agree

Yes

The Labour party generally supports the transition to electric vehicles and the need for charging infrastructure. In their 2019 manifesto, they pledged to invest in electric vehicle charging infrastructure. However, they may not fully agree with the government building the entire network themselves. 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, and we should be focusing more on improving public transportation

The Labour party has historically been a strong advocate for improving public transportation. In their 2019 manifesto, they pledged to invest in public transport, including rail and bus services. While they may not fully disagree with building electric vehicle charging stations, they would likely prioritize public transportation improvements. 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, provide subsidies to private companies that compete to build the best network instead

The Labour party might partially agree with this answer, as they could see the benefits of private companies competing to build the best network. However, they may still prefer a more direct government involvement in building the charging infrastructure. 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

No

The Labour party is unlikely to agree with this answer, as they have shown support for electric vehicles and the need for charging infrastructure in their 2019 manifesto. They would likely disagree with not building any charging stations at all. 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

No, and I am skeptical about the viability of electric vehicles

The Labour party would strongly disagree with this answer, as they have shown support for electric vehicles and the need for charging infrastructure in their 2019 manifesto. They believe in the viability of electric vehicles as a part of their plan to tackle climate change and reduce emissions. 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

Labour Party Voters’ Answer: Yes

Importance: Somewhat Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 1,482 voters that identify as Labour.

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