I am fascinated by the comparisons that have been given. Virtually all of the first group of countries that the hon. Gentleman mentioned have a very large public sector and a very comprehensive welfare system. It would appear that they have a competitive economy as well. Perhaps we should be looking more to the Scandinavian model.
The Economy
Proceeding contribution from
Sheila Gilmore
(Labour)
in the House of Commons on Tuesday, 6 December 2011.
It occurred during Debate on The Economy.
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