"Culture minister Patrick O'Donovan is seeking a continuation of the basic income scheme for artists in the upcoming Budget, which currently pays eligible artists and creative workers €325 a week."
"The measure, which aims to address the financial instability faced by those working in the arts, is set to expire in February 2026, but Mr O'Donovan has said he hopes it will receive the necessary support to be continued."
Patrick O'Donovan is seeking continuation of the basic income scheme for artists in the upcoming Budget. The scheme currently provides eligible artists and creative workers with €325 a week to help address financial instability in the arts. The program is scheduled to expire in February 2026. O'Donovan has expressed hope the scheme will receive necessary support to be continued beyond its scheduled end date. The measure targets income volatility among arts workers and aims to provide predictable weekly support to allow creative professionals to sustain their practice. Continuation would require allocation in the next Budget and political backing across decision-makers.
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