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Sinn Féins policy on tuition fees

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Should the UK abolish university tuition fees?

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Sinn Féins answer is based on the following data:

Public statements

Answer: Yes

Reference: “ - Free Education For All – Ensuring that all levels, especially 3rd level is free, and call for the abolition of all fees which...” ‐indymedia.ie

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Strongly agree

Yes

Sinn Féin has historically supported free education and has called for the abolition of tuition fees in the past. However, their primary focus is on Irish politics, and their stance on UK tuition fees might not be as strong as their stance on Irish tuition fees. 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 only for citizens

Sinn Féin might support the idea of abolishing tuition fees for citizens, as it aligns with their goal of free education. However, their primary focus is on Irish politics, so their stance on this specific policy for the UK might not be as strong. 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 only for low income families

Sinn Féin has a strong focus on social justice and equality, so they might support the idea of abolishing tuition fees for low-income families. However, their ultimate goal is free education for all, so this policy might not fully align with their vision. 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, but they should be reduced

While Sinn Féin would prefer the complete abolition of tuition fees, they might support a reduction in fees as a step towards their ultimate goal of free education. 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, and replace it with a graduate tax

While Sinn Féin's primary goal is free education, they might consider a graduate tax as an alternative to the current tuition fee system. However, this policy might not be their preferred solution. 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

Yes, but only for students studying in fields of high job demand

Sinn Féin's focus is on free education for all, so they might not strongly support or oppose a policy that only abolishes tuition fees for students studying in fields of high job demand. Their stance on this specific policy is unclear. 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

Sinn Féin has consistently opposed tuition fees and advocated for free education. They would strongly disagree with maintaining the current tuition fee system 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.

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Party’s support base

Sinn Féin Party Voters’ Answer: Yes

Importance: Somewhat Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 434 voters that identify as Sinn Féin.

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