Introducing a universal basic income “could significantly assist” families with children, former Tánaiste and Minister for Social Protection Joan Burton has said.
UBI is the concept that the State would guarantee all citizens a minimum income regardless of their salary.
The idea has been trialled in Finland among the unemployed and the Welsh Government is due to introduce one for care experienced young adults.In the US state of Alaska, all taxpayers receive an annual payment from the Permanent Fund Dividend which is funded by the state’s lucrative oil industry.Speaking to The Pat Kenny Show , Ms Burton said UBI is […]
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