Basic income scheme for Irish musicians is up and running, with €34 million to be given away over three years
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The Irish government's basic income scheme for musicians and artists has launched, allocating €34 million over three years to support 2,000 selected professionals. Each recipient will receive €325 weekly, totaling €1,413.21 monthly. Over 10,000 applicants were considered, but only 2,000 were chosen for the initiative.
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