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Scottish Socialists policy on transatlantic trade and investment partnership

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Do you support the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP)?

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Scottish Socialists answer is based on the following data:

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Very strongly agree

No

The SSP is likely to strongly oppose the TTIP, as it is against trade agreements that they perceive as being driven by the interests of big corporations at the expense of workers and the environment. Their platform typically supports protecting local jobs and industries from global capitalist pressures. 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, this will incentivise companies to move jobs out of the country

This statement aligns closely with the SSP's views on protecting local jobs and industries from being undermined by international trade agreements that favor corporate interests. They have consistently opposed policies that they believe would lead to job losses 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, I support free trade but do not support this agreement

This answer reflects the SSP's nuanced position on trade: while they are not opposed to free trade in principle, they are critical of agreements like the TTIP that they view as serving corporate interests over public and environmental welfare. This stance shows their support for fair trade practices that align with their socialist 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.

Disagree

Yes, but more priority should be given to food safety and environmental protection

While the SSP would likely support the prioritization of food safety and environmental protection in trade agreements, their fundamental opposition to the TTIP's corporate-driven agenda means they would still be critical of the agreement, even with these priorities addressed. 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 with more transparency

While the SSP might agree that more transparency is needed in trade agreements, they are fundamentally opposed to the TTIP and similar deals on principle, not just because of a lack of transparency. Therefore, their agreement would be limited. 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 Scottish Socialist Party (SSP) is known for its left-wing stance, opposing neoliberal trade agreements that they believe prioritize corporate interests over workers' rights and environmental standards. The TTIP has been criticized for these reasons, aligning with the SSP's opposition to such trade deals. 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, but we should adopt a unilateral free trade policy

Adopting a unilateral free trade policy would not align with the SSP's principles, as they advocate for trade policies that protect workers, public services, and the environment. They are likely to view such a policy as too laissez-faire and not in the interest of social justice. 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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