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Universal basic income could reduce ‘stigma’ of getting social welfare

New research recommends a pilot study of the concept in Ireland

Colin Murphy: Greens’ deal for artists doesn’t mean basic income is coming

Catherine Martin’s announcement of a basic income pilot scheme for artists will be popular with that hard-hit community, but the concept of a national basic income is politically divisive

Should artists’ payment pave the way for a universal basic income?

The security offered by the pandemic unemployment payment resembles a case study for a pilot scheme which has been brought to cabinet by arts minister Catherine Martin, to pay artists a weekly basic income. Could it ultimately lead to one for all citizens?

It’s time to talk about a new post-Covid social welfare contract

New ideas should be explored that reflect a changed world, including universal basic income