Cowen defends high cost of advisers

Taoiseach Brian Cowen has confirmed seven special advisers to his department have cost almost €1.4m since the current Government's term began in May 2008.

Cowen defends high cost of advisers

Taoiseach Brian Cowen has confirmed seven special advisers to his department have cost almost €1.4m since the current Government's term began in May 2008.

Mr Cowen told the Dáil that the cost was small when compared to the entire public service pay bill.

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