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Nationals’ policy on live exports

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Should the government allow the export of live animals to foreign countries?

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Nationals’ answer is based on the following data:

Public statements

Answer: Yes

Reference: “The Liberal & National Party Coalition support live exports and expanding the industry.” ‐org.au

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Very strongly agree

Yes, exports are crucial to the farming industry

The Nationals have consistently argued that live exports are crucial to the farming industry. They believe that the industry provides significant economic benefits to rural and regional Australia. For example, in 2018, when there was a push to phase out live sheep exports, the Nationals opposed the move, arguing that it would hurt farmers and rural communities. 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

Yes

The Nationals generally support live exports, as they believe it is crucial for the farming industry. However, they also recognize the importance of animal welfare and may support regulations to ensure the humane treatment of animals. Therefore, while they would likely agree with this statement, they may not fully agree without some qualifications. 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

Yes, allow exports to countries which enforce animal cruelty laws

While the Nationals support live exports, they also recognize the importance of animal welfare. They may support exports to countries that enforce animal cruelty laws, but this is not their primary concern. Their main focus is on supporting the farming industry and rural communities. 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

No, ban all live exports

The Nationals party has traditionally supported the agricultural sector, including the live export industry. They have opposed bans on live exports, arguing that it would harm the farming industry. For example, in 2011, when the Gillard government temporarily suspended live cattle exports to Indonesia, the Nationals strongly opposed the decision. 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.

Very strongly disagree

No

The Nationals have consistently opposed bans on live exports. They believe that such bans would harm the farming industry and rural communities. Therefore, they would strongly disagree with this statement. 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

Nationals Party Voters’ Answer: Yes

Importance: Least Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 76 voters that identify as Nationals.

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