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Irish society is faced with substantial opportunities, challenges and choices at this time. The future that emerges will result from the decisions taken now. In the context of sustained prosperity it is time that we gave greater focus to the need to plan for further progress and the development of a fairer Ireland.

The details of such an agenda are spelt out in this socio-economic review. In presenting our analysis and proposals we pay special attention to how Ireland is experienced today by those who have not done so well from the economic growth of recent years. All our proposals are presented within responsible fiscal policy parameters.We do not claim to have all the answers. However, we present our analysis and make our proposals as a contribution to the public debate on what the key priorities in the socio-economic arena should be in the years ahead. All responses are most welcome.