Basic Income for the Arts Public Consultation Report March 2022 (assets.gov.ie)

• 1,269 submissions received, 89% from artists/creative arts workers.
• 63% positive sentiment on scheme objectives; randomized selection supported.
• Eligibility evidence preferred: work history, CV, references, portfolio.
• Payment rate suggestions: minimum wage (404 mentions), living wage (263).
• Data collection recommended annually, measuring wellbeing and creative output.

"The Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media published the Public Consultation Report for the Basic Income for the Arts pilot scheme. The consultation ran from 6 to 27 January 2022, receiving 1,269 submissions, 89% from artists and creative arts workers. Most respondents were positive about the scheme's objectives, with support for randomized selection. Key issues included eligibility criteria, payment rates (e.g., €10.50/hour or minimum wage), and data collection methods. The report will inform the final pilot design."