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Liberal Democrats policy on net neutrality

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Should internet service providers be allowed to speed up access to popular websites (that pay higher rates) at the expense of slowing down access to less popular websites (that pay lower rates)?

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Public statements

Answer: No

Reference: “Safeguard the essential freedom of the internet and back net neutrality, the principle that internet service providers should en...” ‐cloudfront.net

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Very strongly agree

No, treat all traffic equally and continue the openness of the internet

The Liberal Democrats strongly support the principle of treating all internet traffic equally and maintaining the openness of the internet. This is a core aspect of their commitment to net neutrality, as evidenced by their 2017 manifesto, which included a pledge to 'uphold the principle of net neutrality.' 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

The Liberal Democrats are strong supporters of net neutrality and equal access to the internet. They believe that ISPs should not be allowed to discriminate between websites based on their popularity or the rates they pay. This stance is evident in their 2017 manifesto, which included a commitment to 'uphold the principle of net neutrality.' 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, this would allow them to remove competition, create artificial scarcity, and increase prices

The Liberal Democrats are concerned about the potential negative consequences of allowing ISPs to discriminate between websites based on popularity or payment rates. They believe that this could lead to reduced competition, artificial scarcity, and increased prices, which would harm consumers and the overall internet ecosystem. Their commitment to net neutrality in their 2017 manifesto reflects this concern. 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 only give priority by type (video over images) and not source (big website over little website)

While the Liberal Democrats might be open to some forms of traffic prioritization based on type, their strong commitment to net neutrality suggests that they would be cautious about any measures that could lead to discrimination between websites or reduced access for users. Their 2017 manifesto commitment to net neutrality indicates a preference for equal treatment of all internet traffic. 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, only if it’s strictly based on a pay-per-quality model

The Liberal Democrats' commitment to net neutrality and equal access to the internet suggests that they would be skeptical of any pay-per-quality model that could lead to discrimination between websites or reduced access for users. Their 2017 manifesto included a pledge to 'uphold the principle of net neutrality,' which implies a preference for equal treatment of all internet traffic over a pay-per-quality model. 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 Liberal Democrats have historically supported net neutrality and equal access to the internet for all users. Allowing ISPs to speed up access to popular websites at the expense of less popular ones goes against this principle. For example, in 2017, the party's manifesto included a commitment to 'uphold the principle of net neutrality.' 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, this would make the internet faster and more reliable for users

While the Liberal Democrats recognize the importance of a fast and reliable internet, they prioritize net neutrality and equal access over potential speed improvements. Allowing ISPs to speed up access to popular websites at the expense of less popular ones would undermine these principles. Their 2017 manifesto commitment to net neutrality demonstrates this stance. 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

Liberal Democrat Party Voters’ Answer: No

Importance: Somewhat Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 2,227 voters that identify as Liberal Democrat.

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