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A story about Estonia

This is a story about Estonia. Which puts a more positive viewpoint on balancing government finances. Those doctors threatening to strike need to explain why they should be exempt from the effects of the financial crisis.

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James said…
Not a useful comparison. The Estonians have (i) a real industrial strategy - UK doesn't (ii) politicians with a degree of integrity - UK doesn't (iii) a significant lack of greedy, amoral, usurious bankers and hedge fund managers - UK doesn't.

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