Al Jazeera English published this video item, entitled “Will universal basic income become mainstream? | The Stream” – below is their description. Interest in universal basic income (UBI) programmes around the world is continuing to rise, with governments and private donor groups examining the social and economic effects of unconditional cash payments to citizens.
Ireland recently joined the ranks of countries providing a basic income. In a three-year pilot initiative, 2,000 artists and creatives are receiving payments of €325 ($355) a week.
The programme, which has cross-party support, is similar to basic income plans trialled in other countries including Finland, the […]
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