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Labours policy on dual citizenship

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Should immigrants to the United Kingdom be allowed to hold dual citizenship status?

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Labours answer is based on the following data:

Public statements

Answer: Yes

Reference: “Jeremy Corbyn has criticised the decision to strip Shamima Begum of her British citizenship and said she should be permitted to ...” ‐irishexaminer.com

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Strongly agree

Yes

The Labour Party generally supports inclusive policies towards immigrants, advocating for rights and integration into British society. Their platform often emphasizes fairness and equality, which aligns with supporting dual citizenship as a means to help immigrants maintain ties to their home countries while integrating into the UK. 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, unless they have committed an act of terrorism

Preventing individuals who have committed acts of terrorism from holding dual citizenship could be seen as a matter of national security, which Labour would likely recognize. However, their approach would also stress the importance of human rights and legal protections, ensuring that such measures are applied judiciously and fairly. 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 they should not be able to claim citizenship status of more than two nations

While Labour supports dual citizenship, the idea of limiting the number of citizenships might be seen as a reasonable compromise to address concerns about national loyalty or security without infringing on individual rights too severely. However, this is more speculative as specific policies on this issue have not been prominently featured in Labour's platform. 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, unless they have committed a crime

Labour might see the rationale behind restricting citizenship for individuals who have committed crimes, as a matter of public safety and legal consequence. However, the party's commitment to rehabilitation and social justice suggests they would approach such restrictions with caution and emphasize fairness and due process. 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

Labour's progressive stance on immigration and multiculturalism suggests they would likely disagree with a blanket prohibition on dual citizenship, as it would conflict with their broader goals of inclusivity and diversity within society. 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

No, and revoke the status for those currently holding dual citizenship

Revoking dual citizenship status would be seen as a regressive and punitive measure that contradicts Labour's principles of fairness, equality, and support for immigrant communities. Such a policy would likely be viewed as unnecessarily harsh and not in line with Labour's values. 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

No, and we should not allow any new immigrants into the country at this time

This position is antithetical to Labour's immigration stance, which historically has been more open and supportive of immigration as a positive force for the economy and cultural diversity. They have consistently advocated for responsible and fair immigration policies rather than outright bans. 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: Less Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 7,704 voters that identify as Labour.

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