Money for everyone: Why We Need a Citizen's Income - Softcover

Torry, Malcolm

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1447311256 ISBN 13: 9781447311256

Publisher: Policy Press, 2013

Synopsis

Due to government cuts, the benefits system is currently a hot topic. In this timely book, a Citizen's Income (sometimes called a Basic Income) is defined as an unconditional, non-withdrawable income for every individual as a right of citizenship. This much-needed, timely book, written by an experienced researcher and author, is the first for over a decade to analyse the social, economic and labour market advantages of a Citizen's Income in the UK. It demonstrates that it would be simple and cheap to administer, would reduce inequality, enhance individual freedom and would be good for the economy, social cohesion, families, and the employment market. It also contains international comparisons and links with broader issues around the meaning of poverty and inequality, making a valuable contribution to the debate around benefits. Accessibly written, this is essential reading for policy-makers, researchers, teachers, students, and anyone interested in the future of our society and our economy.

About this title

About the Author

Dr. Malcolm Torry is Director of the Citizen's Income Trust; he has first degrees in mathematics, theology, philosophy, and economics and management; and higher degrees in social policy and in theology. He has recently completed an honorary research fellowship in the Social Policy Department at the London School of Economics. He is Team Rector of the Church of England Parish of East Greenwich.

Edition details

• Publisher: Policy Press
• Publication date: 2013
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1447311256
• ISBN 13: 9781447311256
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 328