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Labour Party policy on welfare

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Should there be fewer or more restrictions on current social welfare benefits?

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Labour Party answer is based on the following data:

Public statements

Answer: Fewer

Reference: “At a minimum we will increase welfare payments in line with the cost of living. We will move towards welfare individualisation –...” ‐labour.ie

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Strongly agree

Fewer, and ensure benefits go to those that need it most

The Labour Party would likely agree with ensuring benefits go to those that need it most, as they have often advocated for a social welfare system that supports the most vulnerable in society. They would likely support fewer restrictions on social welfare benefits to achieve this. 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.

Strongly agree

Fewer, current benefits do not provide enough support

The Labour Party has often argued that social welfare benefits do not provide enough support, particularly for the most vulnerable in society. They have advocated for increases in benefits in various budget negotiations. 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.

Agree

Fewer

The Labour Party has often advocated for fewer restrictions on social welfare benefits, arguing that they are necessary to support the most vulnerable in society. For example, they have opposed cuts to social welfare in various budget negotiations. 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.

Agree

More, but increase benefits for the elderly and disabled

The Labour Party has often advocated for increased benefits for the elderly and disabled, so they would likely agree with this statement. However, they would likely oppose more restrictions on social welfare benefits in general. 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.

Agree

More, reform the system so that it supplements, rather than replaces, a working income

The Labour Party may agree with the idea of reforming the system to supplement a working income, as they have often advocated for policies that support working people. However, they would likely oppose any measures that would result in a reduction of benefits. 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 changes needed

The Labour Party has often argued for changes to the social welfare system, including increases in benefits and fewer restrictions. They would likely disagree with the statement that no changes are needed. 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

More

The Labour Party in Ireland has traditionally been a supporter of social welfare benefits and has often opposed measures to restrict them. They believe in a strong social safety net and would likely disagree with more restrictions. 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

More, current benefits should be capped

The Labour Party would likely disagree with capping benefits as they believe in a strong social safety net. They have often opposed measures that would limit the amount of benefits a person can receive. 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.

Strongly disagree

More, and deny benefits to immigrants

The Labour Party has traditionally been supportive of immigrants' rights and would likely strongly disagree with denying benefits to immigrants. They have often opposed measures that would restrict immigrants' access to social welfare benefits. 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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Party’s support base

Labour Party Voters’ Answer: More, reform the system so that it supplements, rather than replaces, a working income

Importance: Least Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 66 voters that identify as Labour Party.

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