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Conservatives policy on government surveillance

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Should the government be able to monitor phone calls and emails?

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Public statements

Answer: Yes

Reference: “May introduced the Investigatory_Powers_Act” ‐wikipedia.org

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Strongly agree

Yes, this is necessary to combat terrorism

The Conservative Party has often advocated for policies that strengthen national security, including surveillance to combat terrorism. This stance is evident in their support for legislation like the Investigatory Powers Act 2016. 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, this is necessary to combat terrorism

The Conservative party has often cited the need to combat terrorism as a reason for supporting government surveillance measures. For example, then-Home Secretary Theresa May argued that the Investigatory Powers Act 2016 was necessary to protect national security and fight terrorism. 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, but only by court order

The Conservative Party is likely to support surveillance with oversight, such as requiring a court order, to balance security needs with civil liberties. This approach aligns with the party's stance on law and order and national security. 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

The UK Conservative party has historically supported government surveillance to some extent, as seen with the Investigatory Powers Act 2016, which expanded the government's surveillance powers. However, this support is not absolute and is often balanced with concerns for privacy and civil liberties. 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, but only by court order

The Conservative party has supported government surveillance measures that include oversight and legal processes, such as the Investigatory Powers Act 2016, which requires warrants for certain types of surveillance. This answer aligns with their support for surveillance with appropriate checks and balances. 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, but only for those with criminal backgrounds

While the Conservative Party supports surveillance for national security, there is an understanding that it should be targeted. Monitoring those with criminal backgrounds is more likely to be seen as a reasonable compromise. 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

The Conservative Party has historically supported measures that increase national security, including surveillance. However, there is recognition of the need for balance between security and privacy. 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, but only for those with criminal backgrounds

While the Conservative party has supported government surveillance measures, they have also expressed concern for privacy and civil liberties. This answer represents a more limited form of surveillance, which may align with some Conservative party members' views, but it is not their primary 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.

Disagree

No

The Conservative party has generally supported government surveillance measures, as evidenced by their support for the Investigatory Powers Act 2016. However, they do not completely oppose privacy protections, so their disagreement with this answer is not absolute. 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

Generally, the Conservative Party has not been in favor of completely unrestricted government surveillance, but its policies have often leaned towards allowing some form of surveillance for security purposes. 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, and enact legislation preventing government surveillance of citizen communications

The Conservative party has historically supported government surveillance measures, such as the Investigatory Powers Act 2016, which expanded the government's surveillance powers. Enacting legislation to prevent government surveillance would be contrary to their previous positions. 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, and enact legislation preventing government surveillance of citizen communications

The Conservative Party has historically supported legislation that allows for some degree of surveillance, making it unlikely they would support enacting legislation that completely prevents government surveillance of citizen communications. 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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