Policies of the SNP and Green party Flashcards
Where does the SNP lie on the political spectrum?
Centre-left
What is the overall objective of the SNP?
Complete Scottish independence as a sovereign state within the EU
What does the SNP support so long as it remains part of the British political system?
Constitutional reforms such as an elected second chamber, the introduction of PR and votes for anyone over the age of 16
How does the SNP show its commitment to social democracy and social justice?
When it has control over direct taxes, it intends to redistribute income from the rich to the poor. The party also supports the idea of a living wage
What is the SNP opposed to retaining?
Nuclear weapons
What is the SNP’s stance on education?
- It has abolished university tuition fees for all students living within Scotland
- Sees education at all levels as a component of equality of opportunity
- It has reintroduced the educational maintenance allowance (EMA) for students above the age of 16. This has been abolished in England
How important is the environment to the SNP?
Their policies are almost as strong as those of the Green Party
What is the SNP’s position on the welfare state?
Supports the welfare state and the generous provision of health, education and social security benefits
What is the SNP’s position on Brexit?
They are stauchly in favour of the EU and have frequently spoke out against Brexit
What is the Green Party’s policy on house building?
Large numbers of low-cost, environmentally friendly homes should be built or financed in order to tackle the housing crisis
What type of infrastructure does the Green Party say there should be massive investment in?
Public transport
What are the Green Party in favour of abolishing?
University tuition fees for students
What does the Green Party think should be put into action to make the UK more democratic?
An extensive programme of constitutional reform
What is the Green Party’s stance on taxation?
- Proposes a wealth tax for those on the top 1% of the income ladder
- A living wage of £10 an hour
- A special tax on large banks making excessive profits
How much did the Greens suggest should be provided each week as universal basic income?
£89
