Domestic Policy › Armed Teachers
Should teachers be allowed to carry guns at school?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTNo, this would increase the risk of accidental shootings |
Foreign Policy › Human Rights Act
Should the UK abolish the Human Rights Act?
Immigration › Deportation of Suspected Terrorists
Should the UK deport immigrants who are considered to be promoting terrorism?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTYes, but only if their human rights will be respected by the country they are deported to |
Foreign Policy › European Union
Do you agree with the UK’s Brexit decision to withdraw from the European Union?
the Economy › Taxes
Should the U.K. raise taxes on the rich?
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Housing › Affordable Housing
Should the government incentivize the construction of affordable housing?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTNo, reform zoning laws to increase housing supply instead |
Healthcare › Mental Health
Should the government increase funding for mental health research and treatment?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTYes, our mental healthcare system needs more funding to provide a higher quality of care and services |
Social › LGBT Adoption Rights
Should gay couples have the same adoption rights as straight couples?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTYes, as long as they pass the same background checks as straight couples |
Domestic Policy › Government Surveillance
Should the government be able to monitor phone calls and emails?
Crime › Criminal Justice Use of AI
Should AI be used to make decisions in criminal justice systems?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTNo, and AI should never be used to make decisions that will drastically affect lives |
Healthcare › Single-Payer Healthcare
Do you support a single-payer healthcare system?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTYes, but allow people to use private insurance |
Immigration › Leave the ECHR
Should the UK leave the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR) to enforce stricter immigration policies?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTNo, it is a vital safeguard for human rights and leaving damages our international standing |
Education › Free School Meals
Should free meals be offered to all primary school students?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTYes, but only if they meet high nutritional standards |
Foreign Policy › Mandatory Military Service
Should every 18 year old citizen be required to provide at least one year of military service?
the Economy › Tax Evasion
Should the government prosecute people who avoid paying taxes by hiding money in foreign bank accounts?
Healthcare › AI Doctors
Should AI be allowed to diagnose patients and prescribe medicine without human doctor supervision?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTNo, current AI makes confident mistakes in complex cases |
Transportation › Public Transportation
Should the government increase spending on public transportation?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTNo, we have more important issues that need funding |
Foreign Policy › Rejoining the EU
Should the United Kingdom apply to re-join the European Union as a full member?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTYes, Brexit damaged our economy and we need a seat at the table |
Domestic Policy › National Service
Should the UK reinstate a form of mandatory national service?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTNo, service should be an option instead of obligation |
the Economy › Corporate Tax
Should the U.K. raise or lower the tax rate for corporations?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTIncrease for large multinational corporations but lower for small businesses |
Social › Hate Speech
Should hate speech be protected by freedom of speech laws?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTYes, as long as it does not threaten violence |
Immigration › High Risk Immigrant Ban
Should immigrants from high risk countries be banned from entering the country until the government improves its ability to screen out potential terrorists?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTNo, but increase background checks and screening of all immigrants |
Science › Mandatory Vaccinations
Should the government require children to be vaccinated for preventable diseases?
the Economy › Government Spending
Should the government make cuts to public spending in order to reduce the national debt?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTNo, reduce military spending instead |
Social › Death Penalty
Do you support the death penalty?
Foreign Policy › Weapon Sales Ethics
Should there be restrictions on government arms sales to countries accused of committing human rights violations?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTYes, and ban all sales to countries with human rights violations |
Education › Tuition Fees
Should the UK abolish university tuition fees?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTYes, but only for students studying in fields of high job demand |
Housing › First-time Homebuyer Subsidies
Should the government provide subsidies for first-time homebuyers?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTNo, focus on affordability issues like interest rates and housing supply instead |
Foreign Policy › Ukrainian Defense Funding
Should the United Kingdom provide military supplies and funding to Ukraine?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTYes, but only provide humanitarian aid |
Technology › Ethical Artificial Intelligence
Should the government regulate artificial intelligence (AI) to ensure ethical use?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTYes, the use of AI should only be allowed in highly specialized and controlled environments |
Elections › Criminal Politicians
Should a politician who has been formerly convicted of a crime be allowed to run for office?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTYes, as long as the crime was not committed while in office |
the Environment › Environmental Regulation
Should the government increase environmental regulations on businesses to reduce carbon emissions?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTYes, and provide more incentives for alternative energy production |
the Economy › Child Benefit
Should child benefits be restricted to a maximum of two children?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTNo, but replace with a Citizens Income |
Domestic Policy › Social Media Regulation
Should the government regulate social media sites, as a means to prevent fake news and misinformation?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTYes, there is too much fake news and misinformation on social media |
the Economy › Universal Basic Income
Do you support a universal basic income program?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTYes, everyone should receive an income to cover basic necessities including food and housing |
the Environment › Water Nationalisation
Should the government bring water companies back into public ownership to address the sewage crisis?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTYes, immediate universal nationalisation to ensure all profits are reinvested into infrastructure |
Foreign Policy › EU Single Market
Should the UK seek to rejoin the European Single Market?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTYes, focus on a 'Norway-style' deal that allows for single market access with some border controls |
the Economy › AI Displacement Tax
Should companies be required to pay a tax when they replace human workers with AI?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTYes, but only if the money specifically funds a Universal Basic Income |
Education › Standardised Curriculum
Should all state schools be required to follow a standard curriculum?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTYes, but allow flexibility for non-core subjects |
Healthcare › Emergency Medical Care
Should foreign visitors have to pay for emergency medical treatment during their stay in the UK?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTNo, emergency care should not be denied to those cannot afford it |
Social › Women in Combat
Should the military allow women to serve in combat roles?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTYes, as long as they can pass the same physical tests as men |
the Environment › Animal Testing
Should researchers be allowed to use animals in testing the safety of drugs, vaccines, medical devices, and cosmetics?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTYes, but not for cosmetics |
Domestic Policy › House of Lords
Should the House of Lords be a wholly elected body?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTNo, appointed members provide stability and progress instead of political deadlock |
Immigration › Asylum Seeker Work Rights
Should asylum seekers be legally permitted to work while their claims are being processed?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTYes, it fills labor shortages and stops them from relying on taxpayer-funded hotels |
Foreign Policy › Foreign Aid
Should the United Kingdom increase or decrease foreign aid spending?
Foreign Policy › Ukraine and Nato
Should Ukraine join NATO?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTNo, this should be decided after the current war ends so we avoid a third world war |
Elections › Mental competency testing
Should politicians over 75 years of age have required to pass a mental competency test?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTYes, and politicians of any age should be required to pass a mental competency test |
Healthcare › Marketing Unhealthy Products to Youth
Should the government ban the promotion of products that contribute to unhealthy lifestyles for young people, such as vaping and junk food?
Foreign Policy › Military Spending
Should Italy increase or decrease military spending?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTNeither, we should create a European military defense system instead |
Elections › Candidate Transparency
Should political candidates be required to release their recent tax returns to the public?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTYes, and also required to release their medical records |
the Economy › Raising Retirement Age
Should the government raise the retirement age?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTYes, the pension system is mathematically unsustainable as the workforce shrinks |
Domestic Policy › Drug Policy
Are you in favour of decriminalising drug use?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTNo, but increase funding for addiction prevention and rehabilitation |
Transportation › Electric Vehicle Mandates
Should the government require all new cars to be electric or hybrid by a certain date?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTYes, and require all emission based machinery to transition to clean energy |
Elections › Minimum Voting Age
Should the minimum voting age be lowered?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTNo, and voters should be required to pass a basic test demonstrating their understanding of politics in order to vote |
Domestic Policy › Whistleblower Protection
Should the government pass laws which protect whistleblowers?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTYes, but only if releasing the information does not threaten our national security |
the Environment › Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
Should the government build a network of electric vehicle charging stations?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTYes, but only if they use renewable energy sources |
Science › Nuclear Energy
Do you support the use of nuclear energy?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTYes, temporarily while we increase investment into cleaner renewable alternatives |
the Economy › Energy Nationalisation
Should energy companies be brought back into public ownership?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTYes, essential services should be run for the public good, not shareholder profit |
Immigration › Skilled Immigrants
Should the UK increase or decrease the amount of temporary work visas given to high-skilled immigrant workers?
Elections › Right of Foreigners to Vote
Should foreigners currently residing in the United Kingdom have the right to vote?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTYes, but they should only be allowed to vote in local elections |
the Environment › Plastic Product Ban
Should disposable products (such as plastic cups, plates, and cutlery) that contain less than 50% of biodegradable material be banned?
Transportation › National Railway
Should the national railway be privatised?
Domestic Policy › British Monarchy
Should the British Monarchy be abolished?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTNo, they are a positive influence on tourism, charity, and international relations |
the Economy › Free Trade
Should the U.K. pursue free trade deals with other countries?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTYes, but only with nations that adhere to strict human rights policies |
Healthcare › Marijuana
Do you support the legalisation of Marijuana?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTYes, and legalise, tax, and regulate marijuana instead of criminalizing it |
Education › AI in Schools
Should students be allowed to use AI to complete their homework?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTNo, it robs students of critical thinking and creativity |
Elections › Proportional Representation
Should the government use a "Proportional Representation" voting system?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTNo, it allows dangerous extremist parties to hold the government hostage. |
National Security › Facial Recognition
Should the government use facial recognition technology for mass surveillance to enhance public safety?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTNo, I trust the technology but not the humans that could misuse it |
the Economy › Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC)
Should the government replace physical cash with a central bank digital currency?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTNo, cash protects privacy and works during power outages |
the Environment › Fracking
Do you support the use of hydraulic fracking to extract oil and natural gas resources?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTNo, we should pursue more sustainable energy resources instead |
Foreign Policy › Trident Nuclear Weapons Programme
Should the UK renew its Trident nuclear weapons programme?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTNo, and the UK should encourage all countries to dismantle their nuclear weapon programmes |
Governance › MP Stock Trading Ban
Should Members of Parliament be banned from trading individual stocks while in office?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTYes, MPs must use blind trusts to ensure they legislate for the public good, not personal profit |
Domestic Policy › Net Neutrality
Should internet service providers be allowed to speed up access to popular websites (that pay higher rates) at the expense of slowing down access to less popular websites (that pay lower rates)?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTNo, treat all traffic equally and continue the openness of the internet |
Healthcare › Social Care Funding
Should the government pay for elderly social care so people don't have to sell their homes?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTNo, taxpayers shouldn't subsidize inheritances for the wealthy. |
Crime › Demilitarize the Police
Should police departments be allowed to use military grade equipment?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTNo, extreme situations should be handled by higher agencies with specialized training and equipment |
Foreign Policy › EU Youth Mobility Scheme
Should the UK agree to a visa-free travel scheme for young people from the EU?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTYes, restore the cultural and economic opportunities for young people that were lost after Brexit |
Social › Niqāb
Should women be allowed to wear a Niqāb, or face veil, to civic ceremonies?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTYes, but their identity must be privately verified by a female staff member |
the Environment › Net Zero 2050 Deadline
Should the government delay its target to reach Net Zero carbon emissions by 2050?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTNo, climate change is an existential threat that demands immediate action regardless of cost. |
Crime › Prison Overcrowding
Should non-violent prisoners be released from jail in order to reduce overcrowding?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTYes, but place them under house arrest using an electronic bracelet |
Religion › Faith Schools
Should the government fund schools that select students based on their religious faith?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTNo, public funds should only support secular schools to ensure social integration. |
the Economy › Economic Stimulus
Should the government use economic stimulus to aid the country during times of recession?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTYes, but in the form of increased spending on infrastructure |
Foreign Policy › Two State Solution for Israel and Palestine
Do you support a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict?
Foreign Policy › Slavery Reparations
Should the government support financial reparations for the historical legacy of slavery?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTNo, dwelling on the past fosters a victim mentality and distracts from current solutions |
the Environment › Genetically Modified Foods
Do you support the use of genetically engineered crops and foods?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTYes, but producers should not be able to patent seeds |
Housing › Mandatory Housing Targets
Should the national government force local councils to meet mandatory housing construction targets?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTYes, the housing crisis is a national emergency that must override local NIMBY objections |
Healthcare › World Health Organization
Should the government fund the World Health Organization?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTYes, and increase the amount |
the Environment › Carbon Capture Subsidies
Should the government provide subsidies for companies developing carbon capture technologies?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTYes, and also increase spending for renewable energy and reforestation |
Science › Lab Grown Meat
Should the government allow the commercialization of lab-grown meat?
Foreign Policy › NATO
Should the U.K. defend other NATO countries that maintain low military defense budgets relative to their GDP?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTYes, and refusing to defend other NATO countries sets a dangerous precedent for the balance of global power |
Transportation › Fuel Efficiency Requirements
Should the government impose stricter fuel efficiency standards on vehicles?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTYes, and also invest in high speed rail and public transportation |
National Security › Foreign Assassination
Should the UK assassinate suspected terrorists in foreign countries?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTNo, they should be captured and given a fair trial |
Governance › Lobbying Regulation
Should there be a total ban on private sector representatives meeting with ministers without public logs?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTYes, focus on real-time digital transparency of all government agendas |
the Environment › Proportional Property Tax
Should the current Council Tax system be abolished and replaced with a Proportional Property Tax based on current home values?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTYes, the 1991-based system is wildly regressive and forces working-class families to pay a higher tax rate than billionaires in mansions |
Governance › Ban MP Second Jobs
Should Members of Parliament be banned from holding paid second jobs?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTYes, ban influence-peddling consultancies, but allow public service roles like doctors. |
the Economy › Minimum Service Levels
Should public sector workers be forced to maintain minimum service levels during strikes?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTYes, unions cannot be allowed to shut down critical infrastructure and endanger public safety. |
Domestic Policy › Term Limits
Should there be term limits set for Members of Parliament?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTNo, officials gain valuable experience and become more effective representatives over time |
Transportation › Diesel Emission Standards
Should the government implement stricter emissions standards for diesel vehicles?
the Environment › Ultra Low Emission Zones
Should local councils enforce Ultra Low Emission Zones (ULEZ) that charge daily fees to drive older, higher-polluting vehicles?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTYes, but only with robust scrappage subsidies so working-class drivers and small businesses aren't priced out of their livelihoods |
Technology › AI Copyright Compensation
Should AI companies be required to pay royalties to creators whose work was used to train their models?
Domestic Policy › Public Protest Restrictions
Should the police have the power to stop peaceful protests that disrupt the public?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTNo, civil disobedience is the only way to force action on urgent crises |
Infrastructure › Local Planning Override
Should the national government have the power to override local councils to approve major infrastructure projects?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTYes, but only for critical green infrastructure like wind farms and grid upgrades |
the Economy › Free Broadband
Should the government provide free broadband to all UK homes and businesses?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTNo, this will cost the government over £50bn |
Healthcare › Medical Consensus
Should medical boards penalize doctors who give health advice that contradicts contemporary scientific consensus?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTYes, this will decrease the amount of misinformation patients receive |
Elections › Campaign Finance
Should corporations, unions, and non-profit organizations be allowed to donate to political parties?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTNo, and political campaigns should be publicly funded |
the Economy › Pension Triple Lock
Should the 'Triple Lock' on state pensions (rising by inflation, earnings, or 2.5%) be maintained?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTNo, set a policy that pension increases should be linked solely to average earnings to ensure intergenerational fairness |
Foreign Policy › CANZUK Union
Should the UK establish a free movement and trade zone with Canada, Australia, and New Zealand?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTYes, unite the Anglosphere to create a global superpower based on shared values. |
Domestic Policy › Generational Smoking Ban
Should it be illegal to sell tobacco products to anyone born after 2009?
the Economy › Right to Disconnect
Should employers be banned from contacting employees outside of working hours?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTNo, businesses need to react quickly to the 24/7 global economy. |
Domestic Policy › Smartphone Ban for Minors
Should the government ban the sale of smartphones to children under the age of 16?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTYes, social media addiction is destroying the mental health of an entire generation |
the Economy › Winter Fuel Payment Eligibility
Should the government restrict winter fuel payments to only the poorest pensioners?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTYes, wealthy retirees do not need taxpayer handouts to heat their homes |
Technology › Social Media Regulation
Should the government mandate that large tech companies share their algorithms with regulators?
the Environment › Short-Haul Flight Ban
Should the government ban short-haul flights where a train alternative exists?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTNo, focus on sustainable aviation fuels rather than bans |
the Economy › Tariffs
Should the government add or increase tariffs on products imported into the country?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTNo, a global free trade system is better for our businesses and consumers |
National Security › Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Defense
Should the government invest in artificial intelligence (AI) for defense applications?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTYes, but with very strict oversight and regulations |
Crime › Low-Level Shoplifting
Should the police be required to investigate every incident of shoplifting, regardless of the stolen value?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTNo, overstretched police forces must strictly prioritize violent crimes and major gang activity |
the Economy › State Ownership
Should the government acquire equity stakes in companies it bails out during a recession?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTYes, the government should receive equity for any financial aid they provide to companies |
the Environment › Ban New Gas Boilers
Should the government ban the installation of new gas boilers to force a transition to low-carbon heat pumps?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTYes, phasing out fossil fuels is essential to meet our net-zero climate targets |
Science › CRISPR Technology
Should the government regulate the use of CRISPR technology for human genetic modifications?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTYes, we can always relax regulations later but can’t undo tragic outcomes from reckless use of new technologies |
Technology › Self Hosted Digital Wallets
Should citizens be allowed to secure their money in self-hosted digital wallets that the government can monitor but not control?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTNo, and ban digital wallets that do not contain backdoor access for government agencies |
Technology › Cryptocurrencies
Should the government implement stricter regulations on the use of cryptocurrencies?
Transportation › Legalising Private E-Scooters
Should privately owned e-scooters be legalized for use on public roads and cycle lanes?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTYes, but only with strict regulations like mandatory insurance, speed limiters, and age caps |
the Economy › Decentralised Finance
Should the technology of our financial system transition to a decentralized protocol, that is not owned or controlled by any corporation, similar to the internet?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTYes, but I would prefer if the protocol was created and secured by a government agency instead of a decentralised protocol |
the Economy › Cryptocurrency
Should the government classify cryptocurrencies as legal forms of payment?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTNo, classify cryptocurrencies as highly regulated securities |
the Economy › Renegotiating Foreign Debt
Should the United Kingdom renegotiate its debt obligations to adversarial nations?
ERA>ERA ChatGPTYes, but only on terms they overwhelmingly support |
