New polling data has revealed the idea of a universal basic income (UBI) enjoys support from the public – until benefit cuts or tax rises are mentioned.
UBI is a proposal to reform the welfare state by introducing a set Government payment received by all citizens, young and old, in and out of work, to ensure all their basic needs are provided for.
Nearly half of all adults aged 18-75 (49%) expressed support for the idea, according to a poll commissioned by the IPR from Ipsos-MORI. In comparison, a quarter (26%) oppose its introduction.However, when individuals were asked to consider […]
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