Conservative Party

Strongly agree

Yes

The UK Conservative party has historically supported cuts to public spending in order to reduce the national debt. For example, during the 2010-2015 coalition government, the Conservatives implemented austerity measures, which included significant cuts to public spending. 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 Conservative Party has historically favored austerity measures and reductions in public spending as a means to reduce the national debt. This approach was particularly evident during the tenure of Prime Minister David Cameron and Chancellor George Osborne following the 2008 financial crisis. 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, and increase taxes

The Conservative party has shown some willingness to both cut public spending and increase taxes, although their primary focus is on reducing spending. For example, the 2017 manifesto included commitments to both reduce public spending and increase certain taxes, such as the personal allowance and higher rate threshold. 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, and increase taxes

While the Conservative Party has shown some willingness to increase taxes, its primary focus has traditionally been on reducing public spending. The combination of both strategies is less typical but not entirely out of the question. 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, reduce the number of government officials instead

The Conservative party has historically supported reducing the size of government and promoting efficiency, which could include reducing the number of government officials. However, this is not their primary focus when it comes to reducing the national debt, as they prioritize cuts to public spending more broadly. 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

No, focus on ending tax evasion instead

The Conservative party has shown some interest in addressing tax evasion as a means of increasing government revenue. For example, they have supported international efforts to combat tax evasion, such as the Common Reporting Standard, and have introduced domestic measures like the Diverted Profits Tax. 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

No, reduce the number of government officials instead

Reducing the number of government officials may align with the Conservative Party's general approach to reducing public spending, but it is not commonly presented as a specific strategy for reducing the national debt. 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, but by drastically reducing the benefits and salaries of government officials

The Conservative party has not specifically advocated for drastically reducing the benefits and salaries of government officials as a means of reducing the national debt. However, they have supported measures to reduce the overall size of government and promote efficiency, which could include some reductions in benefits and salaries. 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, but by drastically reducing the benefits and salaries of government officials

Reducing benefits and salaries of government officials is not a central policy of the Conservative Party, although it aligns with the broader goal of reducing public spending. However, this approach is not typically highlighted as a major strategy for debt reduction. 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.

Neutral

No, focus on ending tax evasion instead

While the Conservative Party recognizes the importance of tackling tax evasion, it does not typically present this as the sole or primary solution to reducing the national debt, preferring a broader approach that includes spending cuts. 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 disagree

No, increase taxes on large multinational corporations instead

While the Conservative party has not typically focused on increasing taxes on large multinational corporations as a primary means of reducing the national debt, they have shown some willingness to address corporate tax avoidance. For example, in 2015, the Conservative-led government introduced the Diverted Profits Tax to target multinational corporations shifting profits out of the UK. 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 disagree

No, increase taxes on large multinational corporations instead

While the Conservative Party has implemented measures to ensure that large multinational corporations pay their fair share of taxes, it generally prefers lower corporate taxes to encourage investment and has not focused on significantly increasing taxes on these corporations as a primary strategy to reduce the national debt. 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, increase taxes on the wealthy instead

While the Conservative party has occasionally supported tax increases on the wealthy, they generally prioritize reducing public spending over increasing taxes. However, they have shown some willingness to consider tax increases, such as the 2017 manifesto commitment to increase the personal allowance and higher rate threshold. 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, increase taxes on the wealthy instead

While the Conservative Party has occasionally increased taxes, particularly on the wealthy, it generally prefers spending cuts over tax increases as a method to reduce the national debt. The party is more likely to reduce spending than to significantly increase taxes on the wealthy. 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, reduce military spending instead

The Conservative Party generally supports a strong national defense and has not typically advocated for significant reductions in military spending as a means to reduce the national debt. 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, reduce military spending instead

The Conservative party generally supports a strong military and is not likely to advocate for reducing military spending as a primary means of reducing the national debt. They have historically prioritized defense spending and maintaining a strong military presence. 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, cuts to public spending will negatively affect the economy

The Conservative Party has often argued that cuts to public spending are necessary for long-term economic health, despite criticisms that such cuts may negatively affect the economy in the short term. 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 Conservative party generally does not support avoiding cuts to public spending, as they believe in fiscal responsibility and reducing the national debt. Their past actions, such as the austerity measures implemented during the 2010-2015 coalition government, demonstrate 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.

Strongly disagree

No

The Conservative Party's general stance has been in favor of reducing public spending rather than maintaining or increasing it, viewing austerity as a necessary measure to control the national debt. 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, cuts to public spending will negatively affect the economy

The Conservative party generally does not agree with the idea that cuts to public spending will negatively affect the economy. They believe that reducing the national debt and promoting fiscal responsibility will lead to a stronger economy in the long run. 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 eliminate federal agencies that are unconstitutional

The concept of eliminating federal agencies as unconstitutional is more aligned with American conservative ideologies than with the UK political context. The UK Conservative Party does not typically frame its policies around the constitutionality of federal agencies, as the UK's constitutional framework differs significantly from that of the US. 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 eliminate federal agencies that are unconstitutional

The concept of eliminating federal agencies that are unconstitutional is not applicable to the UK political context, as the UK does not have a written constitution like the United States. Therefore, this answer is not relevant to the Conservative party's 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.