Finnish child benefit is one of the few truly universal benefits in the welfare state. It is paid to all children regardless of the parents' income. This is precisely why the system is widely appreciated. At the same time, its universality is also criticized: why is child benefit paid to families who do not need it financially?
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Finnish child benefit is one of the few truly universal benefits in the welfare state. It is paid to all children regardless of the parents' income. This is precisely why the system is widely appreciated. At the same time, its universality is also criticized: why is child benefit paid to families who do not need it financially?