Seanad debates
Wednesday, 8 October 2003
Benchmarking: Motion.
The Taoiseach's determination to resist all calls for the suspension of the benchmarking scheme for public sector employees highlights the blatant recklessness of the Government in its handling of our national finances. At a time when the economy is in a critical state, we are expected to approve the spending of €1.2 billion – the projected deficit for this year is estimated to be approximately the same figure.
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