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Which? looks at whether a trial of universal basic income in England could help millions of people struggling with the cost of living crisis
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Which? looks at whether a trial of universal basic income in England could help millions of people struggling with the cost of living crisis
Over a period of two years, they will receive the monthly lump sum without any conditions while researchers monitor what effects the cash has on their lives.
The trial is taking place in several parts of England and anyone can put themselves forward for the scheme.
Thirty people would get a monthly lump sum for two years, under a think tank's scheme in England.
A universal basic income will be trialled in England for the first time, with thirty people set to be paid £1,600 per month over a two-year period...