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Varadkar Defends Comments on Urban Economy's Tax Contribution
Irish politician Leo Varadkar doubled down on his controversial comments asserting that the urban economy generates most of the country's tax revenue, sparking debate and criticism. His remarks also led to questions regarding the independence of a recent appointment.
22 Apr, 04:30 — 22 Apr, 05:00
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irish-timesHigh2h ago
Independence of Drew Harris’s appointment questioned following Leo Varadkar comments
Former taoiseach says there ‘was not a predetermined outcome’ in 2018 appointment of outside candidate Harris to Garda commissioner role
By Hugh Dooley
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Fionnán Sheahan: Leo Varadkar’s rural leprechaun economics fails to recognise special tax arrangements in urban areas
When he was a Young Turk, he famously attacked a Fianna Fáil taoiseach by comparing him to a Fine Gael taoiseach.
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First report: irish-independent · 22 Apr, 04:30|Full coverage: 2 · 30m|Window: 30m
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