With the concept of a Universal Basic Income gaining global popularity, Rory Clarke explores how it could affect Ireland today
The idea of a Universal Basic Income (UBI) is not a new concept. From 19th century industrial England to modern Finland this controversial social experiment has been trialled to varying extents. The basic premise is that the state gives a regular payment to every citizen within its borders. This payment, which is enough to live sufficiently, would be universal, unconditional and automatic. The government commits to giving every one of its citizens enough money to survive, from cradle to […]
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