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SNPs policy on free schools

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Should the government allow businesses, charities, parents or teachers to use public money to start "free schools"?

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Public statements

Answer: No

Reference: “Westminster education secretary Michael Gove's plans to make academies and free schools profit-orientated using hedge funds and ...” ‐snp.org

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Strongly agree

No

The SNP has consistently opposed the introduction of free schools in Scotland. They argue that free schools can lead to a fragmented education system and divert resources away from existing schools. In 2018, the SNP-led Scottish Government rejected a proposal to establish a free school in Edinburgh. 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, free schools divert money away from existing schools

The SNP has expressed concerns that free schools divert money away from existing schools, potentially leading to a reduction in resources and support for students in the wider education system. They believe that investing in existing schools and supporting teachers is a more effective way to improve education outcomes. 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 SNP (Scottish National Party) has historically opposed the idea of free schools in Scotland. They believe in a comprehensive education system and have concerns about the potential negative impact of free schools on existing schools and local communities. 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, free schools will create more local competition and increase standards

The SNP does not believe that free schools will create more local competition and increase standards. They argue that a comprehensive education system, with well-funded and well-supported schools, is the best way to raise standards and ensure equal opportunities for all students. 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

SNP Party Voters’ Answer: No

Importance: Less Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 275 voters that identify as SNP.

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