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19 April 2017

3800 GB adults surveyed

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Liberal Democrat leader Tim Farron has been criticised for refusing to say whether he believes homosexuality is a sin (Farron is a practicing Christian). Do you prefer politicians to be open about their religious views or keep them private?

Conducted 19 April 2017

YouGov surveyed 3800 GB adults

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Liberal Democrat leader Tim Farron has been criticised for refusing to say whether he believes homosexuality is a sin (Farron is a practicing Christian). Do you prefer politicians to be open about their religious views or keep them private?

Conducted 19 April 2017

YouGov surveyed 3800 GB adults

By:
36%
44%
20%

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