Minister for Culture Patrick O’Donovan has agreed for the artists' scheme to be opened up to new entrants in 2026. Photograph: Sam Boal/Collins Photos
The State’s basic income scheme for artists will be opened up to 2,000 new entrants next year and put on a permanent footing in the budget.
Under the scheme – which has so far operated on a pilot basis – those participating are paid €325 per week.
Minister for Culture Patrick O’Donovan has agreed with Government spending ministers that the scheme will now operate on a permanent footing, with a ne
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