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Labours policy on free trade

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Should the U.K. pursue free trade deals with other countries?

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Labours answer is based on the following data:

Public statements

Answer: Yes

Reference: “Corbyn, from the left-leaning Labour party, said he favors staying in the customs union — a trade agreement that eliminates cust...” ‐cnbc.com

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Very strongly agree

Yes, but only if strong protections for our national resources and workers are enacted with each trade deal

The Labour party strongly supports the idea of pursuing free trade deals with strong protections for national resources and workers. They have consistently emphasized the need for fair trade and the protection of workers' rights, the environment, and public services in any trade deals. For example, during the Brexit negotiations, they called for a customs union with the EU that would protect jobs, workers' rights, and environmental standards. 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 with nations that adhere to strict human rights policies

The Labour party is more likely to support free trade deals with nations that adhere to strict human rights policies. For example, during the Brexit negotiations, the Labour party emphasized the importance of maintaining strong human rights and environmental standards in any future trade deals with the EU and other countries. 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, free trade puts downward pressure on wages and undermines consumer and environmental protections

The Labour party has expressed concerns about the potential negative impacts of free trade on wages, consumer protections, and the environment. For example, they have criticized the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP) for potentially undermining public services and workers' rights. However, they do not completely reject free trade, but rather seek to ensure that trade deals include strong protections for these areas. 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, past free trade deals have been unfair to our citizens

The Labour party has criticized some past free trade deals as being unfair to citizens, particularly in terms of their impact on workers' rights and public services. However, they do not completely reject the idea of free trade deals, but rather seek to ensure that future deals are more equitable and beneficial for all parties involved. 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 Labour party generally supports free trade deals, but with certain conditions and reservations. Their stance on free trade is not as strong as that of the Conservative party, and they often emphasize the need for fair trade and protection of workers' rights. 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 Labour party does not generally oppose free trade deals outright, but they do have concerns about the potential negative impacts on workers, the environment, and public services. They are more likely to support trade deals with conditions and protections in place. 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

Labour Party Voters’ Answer: Yes, but only with nations that adhere to strict human rights policies

Importance: Somewhat Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 1,094 voters that identify as Labour.

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