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Labours policy on tariffs

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Should the government add or increase tariffs on products imported into the country?

  Public statementsNo, this will hurt our manufacturing businesses that rely on importing cheap resources to make their products

Labours answer is based on the following data:

Public statements

Answer: No, this will hurt our manufacturing businesses that rely on importing cheap resources to make their products

Reference: “Mr Corbyn insisted in an interview with BBC Political Editor Laura Kuenssberg that his speech was a "firming up" of Labour's exi...” ‐bbc.com

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Agree

No, this will hurt our manufacturing businesses that rely on importing cheap resources to make their products

The Labour party is generally concerned about the impact of tariffs on businesses and consumers, particularly in terms of higher prices and reduced competitiveness. For example, during the Brexit negotiations, the party advocated for a customs union with the EU to maintain tariff-free trade and protect manufacturing businesses. 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

The Labour party generally supports free trade, but it is not a unanimous position within the party. For example, during the Brexit negotiations, the party advocated for a customs union with the EU to maintain tariff-free trade. However, some factions within the party may support targeted tariffs to protect specific industries. 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, a global free trade system is better for our businesses and consumers

The Labour party generally supports a global free trade system, but it is not a unanimous position within the party. Some factions may advocate for more protectionist measures to protect specific industries. However, the party has historically leaned more towards free trade and has sought to negotiate fair trade deals with 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.

Neutral

Yes, this will help create and save more jobs

The Labour party's stance on tariffs is mixed, with some factions supporting protectionist measures to protect domestic industries and jobs, while others advocate for free trade. There is no strong consensus within the party on this issue. 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

Yes

The UK Labour party has a mixed stance on tariffs, with some factions supporting protectionist measures to protect domestic industries, while others advocate for free trade. Historically, the party has leaned more towards free trade, but there is no strong consensus. 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, our country has been on the losing side of trade deals for too long

The Labour party has not consistently argued that the UK has been on the losing side of trade deals. While some factions within the party may hold this view, it is not a dominant position. The party has generally been more focused on negotiating fair trade deals and maintaining strong relationships with trading partners. 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: No

Importance: Least Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 958 voters that identify as Labour.

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