Basic Income for the Arts Pilot Research Scheme 2022-2026 shows positive impact on Irish artists (gov.ie)

• BIA pilot provided €325/week to 2,000 artists from 2022-2026.
• Positive impacts on well-being, practice, and sector retention.
• Originated from Arts and Culture Recovery Taskforce (2020).
• €25 million allocated in Budget 2022; applications opened April 2022.

"The Irish government's Basic Income for the Arts (BIA) pilot scheme (2022-2026) provided €325 per week to 2,000 artists. Published evidence shows positive effects on practice development, sector retention, well-being, and reduced anxiety. The pilot stemmed from the Arts and Culture Recovery Taskforce recommendation, with €25 million allocated in Budget 2022. Applications opened April-May 2022. The scheme aims to inform future policy on supporting artists."