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Universal Basic Income

Stephen Fairclough and a panel of experts discuss the pros and cons of introducing a universal basic income for everyone - whether employed or unemployed – in Wales

28 minutes

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Wed 7 Nov 2018 18:30

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The notion of a universal basic income is one which dates back to the 16th Century - but could it work here in 21st Century Wales?
It's an idea which has been trialled all over the world, but could it be the answer to alleviating poverty and tackling low wages, job insecurity and inequality closer to home - or is it a costly pipe dream?
Presenter Stephen Fairclough hears the case for and against the introduction of a regular, unconditional and un-taxed cash payment from government to all citizens - regardless of whether they are employed or unemployed.
A panel of experts discuss the pros and cons while we hear from a leading academic about a two-year universal basic income pilot in Finland, which is about to come to an end.
We also hear how the idea - one that is likely to divide opinion - was received by members of the public in one Welsh town.

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  • Wed 7 Nov 2018 18:30

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