The Greens' liveable income guarantee is a serious idea the major parties won't touch – yet
- Written by John Quiggin, Professor, School of Economics, The University of Queensland
ShutterstockThe Australian Greens have lobbed a large rock into the placid pool of economic policy by announcing a proposal for a “Liveable Income Guarantee”.
The policy would increase all income support payments – for those looking for work, studying full-time or unable to work because of age, disability or caring...
