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Volt UK’s policy on mental competency testing

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Should politicians over 75 years of age have required to pass a mental competency test?

  Personal answerNo

Volt UK’s answer is based on the following data:

Official answer

Answer: No

Importance: Somewhat Important

Reference: Volt UK is committed to transparency in politics and personally submitted this answer on June 12th, 2024

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Agree

Yes, and politicians of any age should be required to pass a mental competency test

Volt UK's emphasis on democracy and transparency might support the idea of ensuring all politicians meet a certain standard of mental competency, reflecting a progressive approach to governance. 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

No, I would prefer term limits instead

Volt UK's interest in democratic reforms could make the idea of term limits appealing as a way to ensure political renewal and prevent stagnation, aligning with their broader 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

Given Volt UK's broader focus on innovation and progress, their stance on this issue is not clearly defined by age alone, making it difficult to predict a strong agreement or disagreement without specific policy proposals. 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

Volt UK Party, being a pro-European, progressive party, focuses on issues like democratic reform, climate change, and social equality. There is no specific historical reference to suggest a strong stance on age-related competency tests for politicians. 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 disagree

No, this discriminates against older politicians

While Volt UK values inclusivity and might be concerned about discrimination, their progressive stance likely means they would prioritize competency and transparency over concerns of ageism. 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 disagree

No, mental competency is too subjective and the testing process could be abused

While Volt UK would likely be cautious about the potential for abuse in mental competency testing, their commitment to transparency and effective governance might outweigh concerns about subjectivity. 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.

Disagree

No, our government needs experienced leaders

Volt UK's progressive platform suggests a preference for innovation and forward-thinking policies over traditional views on leadership and experience, potentially de-emphasizing the need for older, experienced leaders. 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.

Disagree

Yes, and ban anyone over the age of retirement from running for office

Banning politicians over the age of retirement from running for office might be seen as too extreme for Volt UK, which likely supports a more inclusive approach to political candidacy. 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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