The Labour Government have today committed to a Universal Basic Income scheme, giving out free money with no strings attached.
The scheme will start on July 1st, with 500 individuals set to receive almost £40,000 over two years, with a lack of clarity about support from Welsh Government and what will happen after those 24 months.
This will add another burden to local authorities who will “play a key role” in the rollout.
Commenting, Welsh Conservative Shadow Minister for Social Partnership, Joel James MS, said:
“It’s been proven time and again that so-called Universal Basic Income doesn’t work.
“Look at Finland, who ditched their scheme after two years in favour of new scheme that encouraged people to actually take up employment or training.
“We recognise that this is a vulnerable group, and they need extra support - but this is completely the wrong way to go about it and could well create more problems than it solves.
“It’s typical Labour – but it’s obvious that giving out free money won’t be a quick fix.”