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Labours policy on immigration

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Should the government enact a stricter immigration policy?

  Public statementsNo, and make the process easier for refugees

Labours answer is based on the following data:

Public statements

Answer: No, and make the process easier for refugees

Reference: “Despite Mr Corbyn’s team being privately opposed to the plan, delegates at Labour’s annual conference in Brighton unanimously ba...” ‐co.uk

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Strongly agree

No, and make the process easier for refugees

The Labour party has historically supported refugees and advocated for making the process easier for them. For example, during the 2015 refugee crisis, the then Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn called for the UK to accept more refugees and provide additional support. 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

No, accept anyone who's not a violent criminal

Labour's more liberal stance on immigration aligns with accepting individuals who are not violent criminals, emphasizing compassion and support for those seeking a new life in 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.

Strongly agree

No, and make the process easier for refugees

Labour has shown support for refugees and vulnerable groups, advocating for policies that ease their process of seeking refuge and integrating into UK 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.

Agree

No

Labour has historically advocated for fair and reasonable immigration policies that respect human rights and international obligations, suggesting a more open stance rather than strict controls. 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, accept anyone who's not a violent criminal

The Labour party generally supports a more compassionate approach to immigration and is more likely to accept non-violent immigrants. However, the party's stance on immigration varies among its members, and some may advocate for stricter controls. 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 has a mixed stance on immigration, with some members advocating for more lenient policies and others supporting stricter controls. Overall, the party is more likely to lean towards a less strict policy than the current Conservative government. 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 make the process easier for skilled workers

The Labour party may support making the immigration process easier for skilled workers as a way to boost the UK's economy and fill skill gaps. However, this is not the primary focus of the party's immigration policy, and opinions may vary among members. 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 make the process easier for skilled workers

Labour may support making the process easier for skilled workers as part of a strategy to benefit the UK's economy, although their focus would likely also include protections for workers' rights and conditions. 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, strictly screen immigrants for criminal backgrounds

While Labour supports fair immigration policies, they may agree to some extent with screening for criminal backgrounds as part of a comprehensive and fair immigration 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.

Slightly agree

Yes, strictly screen immigrants for criminal backgrounds

The Labour party may support stricter screening for criminal backgrounds as a way to ensure public safety while still maintaining a compassionate approach to immigration. However, this is not a primary focus of the party's immigration policy. 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

No, the current policy is sufficient

Labour's position on whether the current policy is sufficient may vary depending on the specific aspects of the policy and the political context, making it difficult to assign a strong agreement or 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.

Neutral

No, the current policy is sufficient

The Labour party's stance on immigration varies among its members, making it difficult to determine a unified position on whether the current policy is sufficient. Some members may agree, while others may advocate for more lenient or stricter policies. 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, and regularly review recent immigrants to ensure they have become productive citizens

The Labour party generally supports a more compassionate approach to immigration and is less likely to support regular reviews of recent immigrants to ensure productivity. However, some factions within the party may support such measures. 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

The Labour party generally supports a more compassionate approach to immigration and has criticized the Conservative party's strict immigration policies. However, some factions within the party may support stricter policies. 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

The Labour Party generally supports a more open and compassionate approach to immigration, focusing on the benefits of immigration to the economy and society, rather than enacting stricter policies. 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, we currently have too many immigrants

The Labour party generally does not support the idea that there are too many immigrants in the UK. The party is more likely to focus on integration and support for immigrants rather than advocating for reducing immigration numbers. 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, and regularly review recent immigrants to ensure they have become productive citizens

Regularly reviewing recent immigrants to ensure productivity is not in line with Labour's inclusive and rights-based approach to immigration policy. 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, we currently have too many immigrants

The statement that the UK currently has too many immigrants contradicts Labour's generally positive view of immigration and its contributions to society and the 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: Yes, strictly screen immigrants for criminal backgrounds

Importance: Somewhat Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 75,803 voters that identify as Labour.

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