Conservative Party

Strongly agree

More, reform the system so that it supplements, rather than replaces, a working income

The Conservative party supports welfare reform that encourages work and self-reliance. The introduction of Universal Credit aimed to simplify the benefits system and ensure that work always pays more than benefits, aligning with this answer. 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

More, current benefits should be capped

The Conservative party has historically supported capping welfare benefits, as seen with the introduction of the benefit cap in 2013 under David Cameron's government. This policy limits the total amount of benefits a household can receive, with the aim of encouraging people to find work. 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

More

The Conservative party has historically supported more restrictions on welfare benefits, such as the introduction of Universal Credit and the benefit cap. However, they have not always advocated for more restrictions across the board. 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

More, and deny benefits to immigrants

The Conservative party has historically supported stricter immigration policies and has implemented measures to limit access to benefits for immigrants, such as the 'right to rent' checks and the 'hostile environment' policy. However, this is not their primary focus when it comes to welfare reform. 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

More, but increase benefits for the elderly and disabled

While the Conservative party has implemented some policies that benefit the elderly, such as the triple lock on state pensions, they have also made cuts to disability benefits. Their stance on this issue is mixed, so they would only partially agree with this answer. 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

Fewer, and ensure benefits go to those that need it most

While the Conservative party may agree with the principle of ensuring benefits go to those who need it most, their policies have often focused on restricting benefits and encouraging work, rather than specifically targeting support to the most vulnerable. 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 changes needed

The Conservative party has historically sought to reform and restrict welfare benefits, rather than maintaining the status quo. Examples include the introduction of Universal Credit and the benefit cap. 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

Fewer

The Conservative party generally does not support fewer restrictions on welfare benefits, as they believe in promoting self-reliance and reducing dependency on the state. They have implemented policies like the benefit cap and the two-child limit for tax credits, which restrict welfare benefits. 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

Fewer, current benefits do not provide enough support

The Conservative party generally does not support increasing welfare benefits, as they believe in promoting self-reliance and reducing dependency on the state. They have implemented policies like the benefit cap and the two-child limit for tax credits, which restrict welfare benefits. 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.