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Conservatives policy on public transportation

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Should the government increase spending on public transportation?

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Conservatives answer is based on the following data:

Public statements

Answer: Yes

Reference: “It's telling that top of the Tories' transport list is a promise to build a new rail line linking Manchester and Leeds. It's a l...” ‐bbc.com

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Strongly agree

No, and we should privatize more public transportation services

The Conservative party has historically supported privatization of public services, including public transportation. For example, they were responsible for the privatization of British Rail in the 1990s. They may argue that privatization leads to increased efficiency and better services for passengers. 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 if the spending goes towards environmentally friendly solutions

The Conservative party has shown support for environmentally friendly solutions in public transportation. For example, in their 2019 election manifesto, they pledged to invest in electric vehicle infrastructure and promote cycling and walking. However, their focus on environmentally friendly solutions is not as strong as some other parties, such as the Green Party. 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, we have more important issues that need funding

The Conservative party has often prioritized other issues over public transportation spending, such as healthcare, education, and defense. While they have shown some support for investment in local transport infrastructure, it is not a top priority for them, and they may argue that there are more important issues that need funding. 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, I am satisfied with the current amount of spending

The Conservative party may be satisfied with the current amount of spending on public transportation, as they have not made it a top priority to significantly increase spending. They have shown some support for investment in local transport infrastructure, but their focus has been more on road improvements and rail upgrades rather than a significant increase in public transportation 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.

Slightly agree

Yes

The UK Conservative party has shown some support for increasing spending on public transportation, but it is not a top priority. For example, in their 2019 election manifesto, they pledged to invest in local transport infrastructure, but their focus has been more on road improvements and rail upgrades rather than a significant increase in public transportation 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.

Neutral

No, and we should reduce current spending

The Conservative party has not shown a strong stance on reducing current spending on public transportation. While they have not prioritized increasing spending, they have not actively called for reductions in spending either. 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

The Conservative party has not been strongly against increasing spending on public transportation, but it is not a top priority for them. They have shown some support for investment in local transport infrastructure, but their focus has been more on road improvements and rail upgrades rather than a significant increase in public transportation 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.

Disagree

Yes, and provide more free public transportation

The Conservative party has not shown strong support for providing more free public transportation. They have historically supported privatization of public services, which typically does not align with the idea of providing free services. Additionally, they may argue that there are more important issues that need funding, such as healthcare, education, and defense. 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

Conservative Party Voters’ Answer: Yes, but only if the spending goes towards environmentally friendly solutions

Importance: Less Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 35,406 voters that identify as Conservative.

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