ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Universal basic income in the United Kingdom

Universal basic income is a bit like magic money given to everyone in the United Kingdom, like a special present from the government. The money is enough for people to pay for the things they need, like food, clothes, and a place to live.

It doesn't matter if you are young or old, rich or poor, working or not working, you will get the same amount of money. By doing this, everyone will have enough to live on and won't have to worry about things like not being able to afford rent or food.

This special present from the government will make sure no one goes without their essential needs being met. And since everyone gets the same amount, there will be no more worry or inequality between people.

This idea sounds great to many people, but some people worry that it might not work. But, we don't know for sure unless we try it. Some places in the world have already tried it, and it has worked well, so the United Kingdom might try it too.