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Independent2018 Presidential

Michael D. Higgins

President of Ireland since 2011, Bald.

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Michael D. Higgins’ policies on environmental issues

These issues below are sorted in descending order based on how important the average Irish [people] voter ranked them on the quiz.

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the Environment  ›  Environmental Regulation

Should the government increase environmental regulations on businesses to reduce carbon emissions?

  Michael D. Higgins voterbaseYes, and provide more incentives for alternative energy production

the Environment  ›  Plastic Product Ban

Should disposable products (such as plastic cups, plates, and cutlery) that contain less than 50% of biodegradable material be banned?

  Michael D. Higgins voterbaseYes, and ban all disposable products that are not made of at least 75% of biodegradable material

the Environment  ›  Fox Hunting

Do you support the practice of hunting foxes with dogs?

  Michael D. Higgins voterbaseNo, this is a cruel sport which should remain illegal

the Environment  ›  Fracking

Do you support the use of hydraulic fracking to extract oil and natural gas resources?

  Michael D. Higgins voterbaseNo, we should pursue more sustainable energy resources instead

the Environment  ›  Genetically Modified Foods

Do you support the use of genetically engineered crops and foods?

  Michael D. Higgins voterbaseYes, but require the labelling of foods that are genetically modified

the Environment  ›  Corporate Subsidies

Should cities be allowed to offer private companies economic incentives to relocate?

  Michael D. Higgins voterbaseYes, as long as the local environment is not compromised