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Labours policy on universal basic income

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Do you support a universal basic income program?

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Labours answer is based on the following data:

Public statements

Answer: Yes

Reference: “Labour is set to include a plan for the radical policy of a universal basic income in its next manifesto for a general election,...” ‐co.uk

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Strongly agree

Yes

The UK Labour party has shown interest in the concept of universal basic income, with some members and factions within the party advocating for it. For example, during the 2019 general election, the party's manifesto included a commitment to explore the idea of a pilot universal basic income. However, it has not been a central policy for the party as a whole. 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, everyone should receive an income to cover basic necessities including food and housing

This answer aligns closely with the Labour Party's core values of ensuring a safety net for all citizens and addressing basic needs such as food and housing. The party has a long history of supporting social welfare programs, and the idea of providing a guaranteed income to cover basic necessities is in line with these principles. Although UBI is not explicitly part of the Labour Party's platform, the emphasis on covering basic necessities would likely resonate with many within the 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.

Strongly agree

Yes, everyone should receive an income to cover basic necessities including food and housing

The UK Labour party's interest in universal basic income is primarily driven by the belief that everyone should have access to a basic income to cover necessities such as food and housing. This is in line with the party's general focus on social justice and reducing inequality. However, as it has not been a central policy, the agreement is not absolute. 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

The Labour Party has historically been supportive of policies aimed at reducing poverty and inequality, which aligns with the principles of a universal basic income (UBI). While the party has not officially adopted UBI as part of its platform, several members and factions within the party have expressed interest in exploring or supporting UBI as a policy measure. This indicates a general but not unanimous support within the 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.

Disagree

No

Given the Labour Party's commitment to social welfare and reducing inequality, outright opposition to a universal basic income program is less likely. However, concerns about the feasibility, cost, and potential disincentives to work associated with UBI might lead to some resistance within the party, hence the negative score, but not strongly disagreeing due to the nuanced positions within the 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.

Disagree

No, this will encourage people not to work and harm economic growth

The UK Labour party is generally more focused on social justice and reducing inequality, which suggests that they would be less likely to agree with the argument that a universal basic income would encourage people not to work and harm economic growth. However, there may be some members within the party who share this concern, so the disagreement is not absolute. 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

As mentioned earlier, the UK Labour party has shown interest in universal basic income and has considered piloting it. This indicates that the party is more likely to disagree with the idea of not supporting a universal basic income program. However, since it has not been a central policy, the disagreement is not absolute. 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, this will encourage people not to work and harm economic growth

The Labour Party, with its roots in social democracy and labor rights, typically opposes viewpoints that suggest social welfare programs discourage work. The party tends to support the idea that a strong social safety net, including potentially a UBI, can coexist with a healthy economy. Arguments that UBI would harm economic growth by discouraging work are contrary to the party's general stance on welfare and economic policy, hence the strong disagreement. 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

Importance: Somewhat Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 3,811 voters that identify as Labour.

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