Westpac: Labour's minimum basic income idea could be a goer
Bank's chief economist says basic minimum income idea is worth a close look. With special audio feature.
Westpac’s chief economist says the Labour Party’s proposal to provide everybody over 18 with a minimum income of at least $200 a week has some merit and could end up costing the government less than the current welfare system.
Labour is considering adopting such a minimum income scheme and a
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Jenny Ruth
Mon, 21 Mar 2016
Mon, 21 Mar 2016
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Westpac: Labour's minimum basic income idea could be a goer
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