NCC statement on prices and costs 2004

The National Competitiveness Council (NCC) was established by the Irish Government in May 1997. It is required to report to the Irish Prime Minister on key competitiveness issues for the Irish economy together with recommendations on policy actions required to enhance Ireland's competitive position. The NCC Statement on prices and costs benchmarks Ireland's performance against EU and other developed countries for the prices of consumer goods and services, wages and a selection of non-pay costs for businesses.

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