Arts and Culture Recovery Taskforce recommends three-year basic income pilot for artists in Ireland (assets.gov.ie)

• Recommendation for a three-year pilot Universal Basic Income scheme for artists and creative workers
• Proposal to amend tax code to support self-employed artists and immediate transposition of EU Copyright Directive
• Calls for increased supports for local authority arts budgets and live event SMEs
• Emphasis on wellbeing, upskilling, and safe reopening of arts events under public health guidelines

"The Arts and Culture Recovery Taskforce report, published in October 2020, recommends a three-year pilot Universal Basic Income scheme for artists and creative workers in Ireland. The report outlines 10 transformative recommendations to protect livelihoods and build resilience in the sector, which was severely impacted by COVID-19. The basic income pilot is the key recommendation, alongside tax code amendments, upskilling programs, and mental health supports. The report emphasizes the economic and social importance of the arts, which supports tens of thousands of jobs and contributes billions to the economy."