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22 October 2024

5931 GB adults surveyed

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Do you think that it can or cannot ever be acceptable for somebody to smack their child?

Conducted 22 October 2024

YouGov surveyed 5931 GB adults

48%
33%
19%
Do you think that it can or cannot ever be acceptable for somebody to smack their child?

Conducted 22 October 2024

YouGov surveyed 5931 GB adults

By:
48%
33%
19%

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