A universal basic income could be a better option for New Zealand … or it might not

If some people had their way, every New Zealander would get a set amount in their bank account each week – for doing nothing.

It might sound too good to be true, but it’s the concept behind a universal basic income (UBI) and, some argue, it could be a solution to some of the less favourable outcomes currently being generated, particularly by Working for Families.

But would it work, how much would it cost — and how is it better than what we’ve got? STATUS QUO New Zealand has a welfare system to support those who cannot work, whether that’s through […]

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