Celtic Tiger has bred selfishness, says minister

One of the by-products of the Celtic Tiger has been a new selfishness in Ireland, a Government minister said today.

Celtic Tiger has bred selfishness, says minister
Wed, 04 May, 2005 - 16:38

One of the by-products of the Celtic Tiger has been a new selfishness in Ireland, a Government minister said today.

Minister of State Sean Power said the Government should consider a structured programme of volunteering for young people to help gain an appreciation of the needs of others.

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