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Acknowledged
In the interests of the young people considering taking part in the Welsh Government’s Basic...
Recommendation
In the interests of the young people considering taking part in the Welsh Government’s Basic Income pilot, the DWP and the Welsh Government should work together to conduct an impact assessment on the benefits received and the amount of taxes paid by the average potential participant.
Government Response Summary
The government states DWP and HMRC have advised the Welsh Government on the impact of basic income pilot payments on Universal Credit and taxation, but does not explicitly commit to jointly conducting the requested impact assessment.
Paragraph Reference
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Government Response
Acknowledged
Government Response
Acknowledged
HM Government
Acknowledged
The Department for Work and Pensions has advised the Welsh Government how Universal Credit would be affected by payments under the proposed basic income pilot. HMRC has similarly advised about the treatment of taxation.
Source
Committee
Welsh Affairs Committee
Inquiry
The Benefits System in Wales
Report
Fourth Report - The Benefits System in Wales
17 Mar 2022
HC 337
Addressee Bodies
Wales Office
Timeline
Recommendation age
4.4 yrs
Report published
17 Mar 2022