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SNPs policy on fracking

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Do you support the use of hydraulic fracking to extract oil and natural gas resources?

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SNPs answer is based on the following data:

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Very strongly agree

No

As mentioned earlier, the SNP-led Scottish government announced an indefinite moratorium on fracking in 2017. This decision was supported by the majority of the Scottish Parliament, demonstrating the SNP's strong opposition to hydraulic fracking. 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, we should pursue more sustainable energy resources instead

The SNP is committed to pursuing more sustainable energy resources. Scotland has set ambitious climate change targets, aiming to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 75% by 2030 and achieve net-zero emissions by 2045. The SNP government has been investing in renewable energy projects, such as wind and tidal power, to help achieve these goals. 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

No, more research is needed to measure the long term effects of fracking

While the SNP may agree that more research is needed on the long-term effects of fracking, their current stance is a complete opposition to fracking based on existing evidence and concerns. Therefore, this answer does not fully represent their position. 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 SNP has a strong anti-fracking stance. In 2017, the Scottish government, led by the SNP, announced an indefinite moratorium on fracking, effectively banning it in Scotland. This decision was based on concerns about the environment, public health, and climate change. 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, but increase oversight

The SNP's position is not to allow fracking with increased oversight, but rather to ban it altogether. Their indefinite moratorium on fracking in Scotland demonstrates their commitment to preventing the practice, regardless of potential oversight measures. 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, but not in heavily populated areas

The SNP's opposition to fracking is not limited to heavily populated areas. Their indefinite moratorium on fracking applies to all of Scotland, regardless of population density. This answer does not align with their strong anti-fracking 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

SNP Party Voters’ Answer: No

Importance: Somewhat Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 2,698 voters that identify as SNP.

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