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SNPs policy on single-payer healthcare

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Do you support a single-payer healthcare system?

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Public statements

Answer: Yes

Reference: “Alex Salmond, the SNP leader and first minister of Scotland, made a memorable appearance on the BBC's Question Time staged in Li...” ‐theguardian.com

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Very strongly agree

Yes, private companies should not be able to profit off of healthcare

The SNP is against private companies profiting from healthcare, as they believe that healthcare should be provided as a public service. They have consistently opposed privatization efforts and have worked to protect the NHS from market-driven reforms. 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

Yes

The SNP strongly supports a single-payer healthcare system, as evidenced by their continued support for the National Health Service (NHS) in Scotland. They have consistently advocated for increased funding and resources for the NHS and have opposed privatization efforts. 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

Yes, this system guarantees healthcare for everyone

The SNP believes that a single-payer healthcare system guarantees healthcare for everyone, regardless of their ability to pay. This is in line with their commitment to social justice and equality, and their belief that healthcare is a fundamental human right. 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 allow people to use private insurance

While the SNP strongly supports a single-payer healthcare system, they do not oppose the existence of private insurance. They believe that individuals should have the option to purchase private insurance if they wish, but that the NHS should remain the primary provider of healthcare services in Scotland. 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

The SNP does not support the idea of moving away from a single-payer healthcare system. They have consistently defended the NHS and its principles, and have opposed any attempts to privatize or dismantle the system. 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, this system is too expensive

The SNP does not believe that a single-payer healthcare system is too expensive. They argue that the NHS provides cost-effective and efficient healthcare services, and that investing in public healthcare is essential for the well-being of the population. 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, the government should not be involved in healthcare

The SNP strongly believes that the government should be involved in healthcare, as evidenced by their support for the NHS and their commitment to providing high-quality, publicly-funded healthcare services to all residents of Scotland. 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: Yes, private companies should not be able to profit off of healthcare

Importance: Less Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 292 voters that identify as SNP.

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