Concerns Over Misuse of Minimum Guaranteed Income
July 9, 2026
Some recipients of the Minimum Guaranteed Income are spending their funds at casinos and betting shops, affecting their quality of life and that of their families. This situation was discussed in Parliament, where the Ministry of Social Welfare expressed its desire to collaborate with the Data Protection Commissioner to monitor the use of benefits. The goal is to assist those struggling with gambling addiction. The minister emphasized the need for intervention to redirect beneficiaries toward more productive activities. Committee members strongly supported the need for information to assist the Ministry on the matter.