The Vaccination rate in the UK has declined significantly since the MMR-autism controversy began in 1998. The vaccination rate has decreased to 80% from 92% in 1997. In 1998, there were 56 measles cases in the UK. In 2008, there were 1348 cases, with two confirmed deaths.
86% Yes |
14% No |
75% Yes |
10% No |
5% Yes, but only for deadly contagious diseases |
3% No, fund public ad campaigns about the risks and benefits instead |
3% Yes, they are essential to protecting other children who are too young to be vaccinated |
1% No, but require vaccination in order to attend public school |
2% Yes, but with exceptions for those whose religious beliefs forbid use of vaccines |
1% No, but hold parents criminally liable for transferring deadly diseases to other children |
See how support for each position on “Mandatory Vaccinations” has changed over time for 2.2m UK voters.
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See how importance of “Mandatory Vaccinations” has changed over time for 2.2m UK voters.
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Unique answers from UK users whose views extended beyond the provided choices.
@8QPBS4P3yrs3Y
Yes, and fine parents who refuse to vaccinate their children
@9LK8P653 days3D
It should be advised and if they become ill and refuse the vaccine they should not be insured for healthcare
@9LK6Y634 days4D
Yes, as long as all risks of side effects are minimal and disclosed. Exemption should be allowed for those who may be affected by family medical history or existing health conditions.
@9LFPJP41wk1W
No, but require vaccination in order to attend a public school unless a medical professional states the child should be exempt.
@96NWBF91yr1Y
The decision lays woth the parent
@96NKJRP1yr1Y
No, but make parents liable for medical bills for treatment. Exception is if child has been medically certified as unfit to have the vaccine due to allergies, existing medical conditions etc
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