Ireland is economically closer to Boston than Berlin

Ireland's young population means it is closer to Boston than Berlin when it comes to tax and spending levels.

New research from the Irish Fiscal Advisory Council (IFAC) shows the public finances are benefitting from a young population and a strong economy. 

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