The Scottish National Party is a Scottish nationalist, social-democratic political party in Scotland. The SNP supports…
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Answer: Fewer
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Strongly agree
Fewer, current benefits do not provide enough support
The SNP believes that current benefits do not provide enough support, especially for vulnerable groups. They have called for an end to the benefit cap, the two-child limit on tax credits, and the freeze on working-age benefits. 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
Fewer
The SNP has a history of advocating for fewer restrictions on welfare benefits, such as opposing the benefit cap and the two-child limit on tax credits. They have also called for the devolution of more welfare powers to the Scottish Parliament. 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
Fewer, and ensure benefits go to those that need it most
The SNP supports a welfare system that targets those most in need and has called for reforms to ensure that benefits reach the people who need them most. They have criticized the UK government's welfare policies for disproportionately affecting vulnerable groups and have implemented policies in Scotland to provide additional support for those in need, such as the Scottish Welfare Fund. 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
More, but increase benefits for the elderly and disabled
The SNP has a history of supporting increased benefits for vulnerable groups, such as the elderly and disabled. They have called for the UK government to reverse cuts to disability benefits and have implemented policies in Scotland to provide additional support for elderly and disabled people, such as the Scottish Welfare Fund. 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
More, reform the system so that it supplements, rather than replaces, a working income
While the SNP supports a comprehensive welfare system, they also recognize the importance of work and have advocated for policies that encourage employment, such as the Scottish Youth Guarantee. However, their primary focus has been on opposing cuts to welfare spending and advocating for fewer restrictions on benefits. 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
More
The SNP generally supports a more comprehensive welfare system and has opposed austerity measures that would reduce benefits. They have consistently called for an end to the benefit cap and the two-child limit on tax credits. 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 changes needed
The SNP has consistently called for changes to the current welfare system, arguing that it does not provide enough support for vulnerable people and families. They have opposed austerity measures and called for the devolution of more welfare powers to the Scottish Parliament. 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
More, and deny benefits to immigrants
The SNP has a pro-immigration stance and has opposed policies that would deny benefits to immigrants. They have called for a more compassionate approach to immigration and have criticized the UK government's 'hostile environment' 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
More, current benefits should be capped
The SNP has consistently opposed the benefit cap, arguing that it disproportionately affects vulnerable people and families. They have called for its removal and for the UK government to reverse cuts to welfare spending. 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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SNP Party Voters’ Answer: Fewer
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