Basic Income for Artists in Ireland – a "once in a generation" policy
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- 11 Mar 2022
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Ireland is getting ready to launch a landmark policy that could push the country to become one of the top destining for artists. The Basic Income for Artists pilot scheme just ended its second stage of development and the government published the results of public consultations today.
This move could have a profound effect on the arts scene in Ireland and Minister for Tourism, Culture and Arts, Catherine Martin, leading the development of the scheme, has recognized that fact. She explained that this was a once in a generation policy and the government needs to grasp the great opportunity in elevating the arts sector.
Imagine having a stable income as an artist
Very few people working in the arts sector across the world can say that they have a stable income. In fact, artistic and creative employment is characterised by low, precarious and often seasonal income. The same is true for Ireland, especially in the past two years mired in Covid-measures, that hit the sector particularly hard. Read More...
