Quote Originally Posted by DaveP67 is back! View Post
We used to all get family allowance for kids regardless of income, that was a universal benefit, now it’s tax credits and means tested. I would vote for a universal income if the sums added up, anything that ensures no one goes to bed hungry or without a roof over their heads has to be a good thing.
Quote Originally Posted by mickd1961 View Post
Exactly Dave.

I don’t really care about the filthy rich keeping it or working the system, I’d much rather it saved people on or below the bottom rung of society.

I agree Mick! If someone is not needy though and keeps it then they should get at least six months imprisonment!! That won’t happen though which is why so many fiddle the system and to be honest - who blames them if they get away Scot free. No the majority of people don’t have a conscience and many who are comfortable couldn’t give two s hits about those who are desperate!

Bit like saying all the illegals who pile in - who blames them when they get away with it Scot free and handed everything on a plate!

Getting to the point with those who don’t pay tax - who blames them when the system does not come down hard! Why would many be encouraged to be honest when looking at our government and some in the royal family feathering their nests!