Guy Standing (Professor)

Guy Standing is a British economist and academic known for his work on labor economics, social justice, and basic income. He has been a prominent advocate for Universal Basic Income (UBI), a concept that proposes providing all citizens with a regular, unconditional sum of money to ensure financial stability. Standing emphasizes the importance of addressing economic inequalities and enhancing social welfare. He has written several influential books, such as "Plunder of the Commons," which explore the impact of economic policies on society and the environment. His work aims to create a fairer economic system that supports everyone.