The MIG is the idea that there should be a set minimum income level below which people would not be allowed to fall.

An independent report in favour of the MIG said that financial insecurity has devastating impacts.

Individuals face suicidal thoughts, increased ill health, reduced life expectancy, and their life chances and employability are deeply harmed.

This costs NHS and wider public services hugely. In Glasgow alone the cost of child poverty to the economy lies between £823 million and £1.09 billion.

To deliver the MIG the report suggests a minimum income set to ensure an acceptable standard of living.

It would also vary by need based on the reality of people’s lives. For example, disabled people see additional social security payments.