The findings of this external report from Alma Economics show that the real net fiscal cost of the BIA pilot over the period 2021–2025 was just under €72 million. Audience engagement with the arts generated an estimated €16.9 million in social value over the three pilot years, based on willingness-to-pay estimates for cultural participation. The most substantial social gain came from improvements in psychological wellbeing, contributing almost €80 million to total benefits.
Basic Income for the Arts pilot produced over €100 million in Social and Economic Benefits
Department of Culture, Communications and Sport, 22 September 2025, Ireland
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