There was no quick response, as an economic problem became political

LAWYERS are facing an assault on their fees while the medical and pharmacy sectors will also be targeted for cost reductions under the EU/IMF bailout.

A “PHASING OUT” of social welfare payments for the long-term unemployed as an incentive for them to return to work is being considered as part of Ireland’s EU/IMF bailout deal.

Liverpool manager Roy Hodgson made 10 changes for their Europa League Group K clash against Steaua Bucharest in Romania as midfielder Joe Cole made his comeback after five weeks out with a hamstring injury.