Charlie McCreevy Quotes

In a number of member states, particularly some older ones, there is a fear that economic reform will undermine social protection,.. Such fear is not only misplaced but counterproductive.

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I will be monitoring the situation closely and, if I am not satisfied that sufficient progress is being made, I will take tougher action

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The concerns expressed in the draft recommendation are based on the wrong premise. The Commission's assessment and the Broad Economic Policy Guidelines advises Ireland to seek to achieve economic stability. This is exactly what the Irish government has sought to do in the budget in a number of ways

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I want to foster a climate where EU-wide licenses are more readily available for legitimate online music service providers.

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This will not be allowed, because it would spell the end of the free market as we know it

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