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In cases where work pays less than the dole ... 7 out of 10 people choose work

Think tank the ESRI has found that for those who, on a “snapshot” basis, would be “better off on the dole” tend to choose employment instead.

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Jun 11th 2014, 6:30 AM

# Death and Taxes

Ireland's tax levels could be higher, suggests ESRI

Researchers at the ESRI said other EU countries bring in extra revenue by applying higher income tax rates for everyone – not just the higher earners.

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Jun 25th 2013, 8:33 AM