Wales pilots Basic Income scheme

Wales pilots Basic Income scheme

Cymru yn treialu cynllun Incwm Sylfaenol

The Welsh Government has today launched its Basic Income pilot scheme.

From 1 July 2022, more than 500 people leaving care in Wales will be offered £1600 each month (before tax) for two years to support them as they make the transition to adult life. Launched by First Minister Mark Drakeford , it is hoped the pilot will set care leavers on a path to live healthy, happy and fulfilling lives.The radical approach has trust, autonomy and respect at its centre. It will provide independence and security to people who have faced immense […]

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