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Ireland will make its artist basic income program permanent in 2026, expanding it to 4,000 artists with a $1,500 monthly stipend.
Ireland will make its artist basic income program permanent starting in 2026, expanding it to 4,000 participants and providing a monthly stipend of about $1,500.
The initiative, launched in 2022 as a pilot for 2,000 artists, offered €325 weekly with no work or income requirements.
Government evaluations found it reduced financial stress, improved mental health, and boosted creative output.
Funding has been secured in the 2026 budget, and officials cite the program’s success in supporting the arts sector, which contributes €5 billion annually to the economy.
The move positions Ireland as a global leader in targeted basic income models.
Irlanda hará permanente su programa de ingresos básicos para artistas en 2026, expandiéndolo a 4.000 artistas con un estipendio mensual de 1.500 dólares.