5 U.S. states have passed laws requiring welfare recipients to be tested for drugs. The UK does not currently test welfare recipients for drugs. Proponents argue that testing will prevent public funds from being used to subsidize drugs habits and help get treatment for those that are addicted to drugs. Opponents argue that it is a waste of money since the tests will cost more money than they save.
49% Yes |
51% No |
38% Yes |
40% No |
8% Yes, but provide treatment for those testing positive |
6% No, only if they have a criminal history related to drug abuse |
2% Yes, test anyone receiving money from the government including employees and politicians |
4% No, this is a waste of time and money |
2% Yes, and immediately terminate benefits for anyone testing positive |
See how support for each position on “Welfare Drug Testing” has changed over time for 119k UK voters.
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See how importance of “Welfare Drug Testing” has changed over time for 119k UK voters.
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Unique answers from UK users whose views extended beyond the provided choices.
@962VZL82yrs2Y
Decriminalise drugs and offer support to those who are using drugs. They should not have their benefits restricted or be penalised. They should have safe clinics ran by the NHS to support them to use substances safely and have a place where they can be supported to reduce/stop their drug use.
@93XYTVS2yrs2Y
No, only if they have a history of drug abuse and should be offered help or treatment to get them off drugs.
@9QH3V9W2wks2W
Only if this is problematic and provide treatment for those testing positive. Also expand testing to politicians and corporate heads!
@9QFXD4B2wks2W
Yes but provide treatment for those who tested positive. If they do not follow the programme and repeatedly test positive more than a certain amount of time, the benefits should be removed. They have the right to appeal but must first show proof that they have been clean for a certain number of time
@9Q7Z36G2wks2W
Yes, but provide treatment for those testing positive Give everyone one chance everyone deserves it if they don’t take it then essentially they are a burden
@9Q83HSW2wks2W
No..its infringing on rights and choice for those with mental capacity even if I don't agree with drugs
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