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# Dollar Dollar Bills

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How much has Joan Burton's department spent on consultants?

It’s a bit tricky to arrive at an exact figure.

14.5k

May 24th 2015, 9:30 AM

What is the least money you should get for an hour's work?

The Low Pay Commission has began asking for submissions on changing the national minimum wage.

24.9k

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Mar 9th 2015, 12:17 PM

There's an explanation for why this watch costs $1.1 million

That’s some expensive timekeeping.

20.4k

Sep 27th 2014, 4:30 PM