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Labour would trial universal basic income if it wins power, shadow chancellor John McDonnell has revealed.
Pilot schemes would be held in Liverpool, Sheffield and the Midlands, McDonnell told the Mirror.
The plan would do away with the need for welfare as every citizen would be given a fixed sum to cover the basics whether they are rich or poor, in work or unemployed.
McDonnell said people can spend the money how they like, but it is intended for study, to set up a business or leave work to care for a loved one.