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Should the UK be forced to remove nuclear weapons from Scotland?

The UK's nuclear deterrent, Trident, is based at HMNB Clyde (Faslane) in Scotland. The SNP and Greens oppose these weapons as immoral and a sovereignty violation, arguing they paint a target on Scotland's back. Unionists (Conservative, Labour) argue the base is critical for NATO defense and sustains thousands of skilled local jobs.

Answer Overview

Response rates from 133 UK voters.

46%
Yes
54%
No
41%
Yes
45%
No
5%
Yes, hosting them makes Scotland a primary target.
7%
No, a nuclear deterrent is vital for national security.
1%
Yes, weapons of mass destruction have no place in Scotland.
2%
No, relocation is too expensive and logistically impossible.
0%
Yes, and ban nuclear-powered submarines too.
1%
No, Faslane supports thousands of essential local jobs.

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Other Popular Answers

Unique answers from UK voters whose views went beyond the provided options.

 @BCPM92Hanswered…3mos3MO

Give us 1

 @BBTRPF6answered…4mos4MO

Nuclear weapons should be removed in all countries but until and that action then we should keep it for safety

 @BCWV8VQanswered…2mos2MO

Yes but give us one submarine

 @BCWPVGBanswered…2mos2MO

Give us one after indpendence

 @BCRH9QSanswered…2mos2MO

Yes, if locals in the community have the right to a referendum on the subject - as they rely on Faslane for jobs.

 @BCQYGFManswered…3mos3MO

Give us one nuke when we become indpendent

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