Feedback On Pilot Scheme "A Significant First Step" Towards A Universal Basic Payment

• News Home
• More from National News

Wednesday, 8 November 2023 14:48

By Martin Osborne

• Share on Facebook
• Share on Messenger
• Share on Messenger
• Share on X
• Share on Whatsapp

Catherine Martin says research into this programme will be vital in informing future Government policy.

Feedback from a new pilot, where artists receive a basic income, is "a significant first step" towards a universal basic payment, according to the Arts Minister.

Catherine Martin says research into this programme will be vital in informing future Government policy.

Her Department introduced a basic income for two thousand artists through the pilot.

Minister Martin says results following its first year will soon be published:

More from National News

• Kildare Crime Report: Leixlip District Sees Marginal Drop, Naas Reports 9% Increase

  Theft from shop incidents has shown a notable increase.

• From Maynooth To Galway And Back: 2024 Galway Cycle Raises Funds For Little Blue Heroes

  Garda Commissioner Drew Harris launched the event at Barberstown Castle.

• 747 Patients Nationwide On Trolleys Today

  14 patients are currently on trolleys in Naas General Hospital

• Rural Areas Hit Hard: Taxis for Ireland Coalition Highlights Critical Shortage Issue

  7 out of 10 people have reported difficulties getting home after socialising.

• Tributes Paid To Jack And Jill Founder Jonathan Irwin

  Mr Irwin passed away yesterday morning after a short illness.

• Work IQ To Launch Innovative Centre In Tallaght, Creating 700 Jobs

  It's on track to open early in 2024.

• DSCPA Appeals For Support: Calls For Donations To Tackle Post-Christmas Surge In Abandoned Pets

  Gillian is reminding people that dogs are a longer commitment than engagement rings.

• Patricia Kelly, Former Console Charity Director, Pleads Guilty To False Accounting

  That's according to the Irish Independent