Universal basic income: UK government ‘not told’ about Welsh plans

Universal basic income: UK government 'not told' about Welsh plans

PA Media A UK government minister says that Welsh counterparts have not told them about plans for a universal basic income (UBI) pilot

Ministers in Cardiff are planning to test out such a scheme , despite the benefits system being run from London.

Welsh Secretary Simon Hart said neither the Treasury or the Department for Work and Pensions – which runs benefits – were consulted.The Welsh government was asked for comment.Mr Hart said collaboration was a "two-way arrangement".The Welsh government said people leaving care could be chosen for a proposed UBI pilot, in which they would be given money to […]

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