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Labours policy on fracking

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Do you support the use of hydraulic fracking to extract oil and natural gas resources?

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Labours answer is based on the following data:

Public statements

Answer: No

Reference: “Today I am announcing that the next Labour government will ban fracking in the UK," Labour has committed to ban fracking if it...” ‐co.uk

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Very strongly agree

No

The Labour party strongly opposes hydraulic fracking. They have consistently called for a ban on fracking, citing concerns about its environmental impact and the need to focus on renewable energy sources. 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 agree

No, we should pursue more sustainable energy resources instead

The Labour party is committed to pursuing more sustainable energy resources. In their 2019 general election manifesto, they outlined plans to achieve 90% of electricity and 50% of heat from renewable and low-carbon sources by 2030. 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, more research is needed to measure the long term effects of fracking

While the Labour party's primary concern is the environmental impact of fracking and the need for sustainable energy, they may also support further research to measure the long-term effects of fracking. However, their main focus is on banning fracking and promoting renewable energy. 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, but increase oversight

While the Labour party may agree with the need for oversight, their primary stance is against fracking altogether. Their focus is on banning fracking and transitioning to renewable energy sources, so increased oversight would not align with their overall goals. 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

Yes, but not in heavily populated areas

The Labour party opposes fracking in general, regardless of the location. Their commitment to banning fracking and promoting renewable energy sources indicates that they would not support fracking even in less populated 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.

Very strongly disagree

Yes

The UK Labour party has historically opposed hydraulic fracking. In their 2019 general election manifesto, they pledged to ban fracking as part of their plan to transition to a green economy. 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: Somewhat Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 23,433 voters that identify as Labour.

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