Without delving into the specifics Ireland already has a defacto UBI. This is subject to you having an address and a social security number. There is a notion o

Without delving into the specifics Ireland already has a defacto UBI. This is subject to you having an address and a social security number. There is a notion of a minimum income you need to make and the State compensates the rest if you do not earn it. It depends on many factors and there are various edge cases. What is more, if you are in the receivership of such provisions you can stand in the line to get subsidised place to live (which is difficult to get mind you). Some people hate it some abuse it and some do not qualify despite living in the street. But if you know how to navigate the system the income is guaranteed. It is a bit sad though that some clerks like to abuse the receivers of such payments though, e.g. by inspecting your bank statements and questioning your expenses (true story). So making this whole thing closer to dejure is welcome as it avoids possible abuse.