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Sat 01 Jan 2009Getting to grips with State's out-of-touch elite groups
Some of the most powerful and well-paid vested interest groups are still pursuing their own selfish interests, writes Stephen Collins
WHILE THE Government and the social partners appear to be edging towards a deal on an economic recovery plan, there is still no sign of a widespread public acceptance of the need for real sacrifices in the short term to prevent the country from slipping over the edge into economic disaster.
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