UBI Lab Network πππ
@UBILabNetwork
UBI Lab is a worldwide network of citizens, researchers and activists exploring the potential of Universal Basic Income (#UBI).
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Some coverage on our scoping paper! manchestermill.co.uk/breaking-josepβ¦ aboutmanchester.co.uk/proposal-launcβ¦
In our three recent job ads, we failed to list our Equal Opportunities form & we didn't specify that we'll offer an interview to any disabled person who meets the criteria. We've extended the deadline for all three, as we're seeking the strongest & most diverse field possible π§΅
π¨ Last chance! π¨ Two opportunities to come work with us on just transition projects close today. First up, as part of an exciting systems change project we're looking for a Workshop Designer and Facilitator. Find out more about the role or apply β¬οΈ weareopus.org/post/join-opusβ¦
#UBI for creatives: could this be compensation for the rampant theft of copyright by #BigTech? #HouseofLords told this is a "helpful suggestion". @UBILabNetwork
One reason we need a #UniversalBasicIncome now @UBILabNetwork theguardian.com/culture/2025/fβ¦
Is Universal Basic Income inevitable? π· Artificial intelligence could help make this a reality, writes @UBIManchester's Alison Hawdale β one of the campaigners trying to convince Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham to introduce a basic income in the region β¬οΈβ¦
A #UBI pilot could be about to help hundreds of homeless people in Greater Manchester Academics at Northumbria University & campaigners from the @UBILabNetwork have launched a groundbreaking pilot in Manchester. @h_sharland spoke to one of the organisers thecanary.co/long-read/2025β¦
Call on @AndyBurnhamGM to follow through on his promise in his last election manifesto of a Basic Income pilot for Greater Manchester Sign here! ββ¬ #basicincomeMCR actionnetwork.org/petitions/basiβ¦
The authors say Basic Income would create an 'income floor' no one could fall below: - End absolute poverty - Boost health - Help people get back to work "There are clear pathways to funding a pilot of sufficient size without requiring revisions to tax codes."
Academics and campaigners have claimed a new basic income pilot in Greater Manchester could βend absolute povertyβ in the city region, starting with people experiencing homelessness β if it gets the green light from mayor Andy Burnham. π¦ The proposal was sent to Burnham onβ¦
We believe this is the best way for @AndyBurnhamGM to follow through on the commitment he made in his election manifesto: π¨οΈ "The logical next step, after the success of our @GMHousingFirst pilot, is to bring forward a #BasicIncome pilot" @GreaterMCR #Manchester #BasicIncomeMCR
Inside the plan to give free cash to homeless people in Manchester: 'It's time to try something new' bigissue.com/news/social-juβ¦
A new pilot proposal has been launched for a groundbreaking scheme which experts say could eventually end absolute poverty in Greater Manchester, as well as improve the health and wellbeing of millions of people. aboutmanchester.co.uk/proposal-launcβ¦
A trial of #UniversalBasicIncome for the creative sector. Might Westminster catch up with this excellent idea? #UBI @UBILabNetwork
Our proposal builds on a commitment @AndyBurnhamGM made in his most recent election manifesto to "make the case" to the government for a #BasicIncome pilot in Greater #Manchester. Now, for the first time, he has a fully designed and costed proposal to take to Whitehall
This morning, we launched a groundbreaking proposal for a #BasicIncome pilot for Greater Manchester targeting homelessness. Designed in partnership with @NorthumbriaUni, this would be the first-ever trial in England. Read moreβ¬οΈ newsroom.northumbria.ac.uk/pressreleases/β¦ #BasicIncomeMCR
Wealth, and the means to create it, is generated by everyone. Yet only a few benefit. We all deserve more of the money that's being made every day. It's time for #ReGrowth #LetsTryUBI
A universal basic income policy is simple yet transformative, writes Zack Polanski, deputy leader of the Green Party of England and Wales If we fail to deliver real solutions β not just in rhetoric but through policies that improve peopleβs lives β more demagogues will rise.β¦
Support for a #UBI is much greater than its opposition It is clear that the main reason that some people are against it is because they see it as unaffordable. This is why we need to challenge the narrative on what is economically feasible yougov.co.uk/economy/articlβ¦
βBasic income and services would reimagine welfare, our leaders just need the courage try something newβ π° @openDemocracy opendemocracy.net/en/beyond-trafβ¦