Universal Basic Income: The UK May Host One of the Biggest Trials Yet

Universal Basic Income: The UK May Host One of the Biggest Trials Yet

A major universal basic income trial could come to the United Kingdom, if the opposition Labour Party wins power at the next election.

The idea, which would see every adult receive a fixed monthly sum regardless of their situation, has been lauded by campaigners as the key to reducing inequality in an increasingly-automated world where robots and A.I. take on more roles. John McDonnell, the party’s finance spokesperson (or “shadow chancellor”), announced plans Sunday to trial the idea in three areas.

“The reason we’re doing it is because the social security system has collapsed,” McDonnell told The Mirror . “We need […]

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