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'Fake' FTP saving political decision – States Treasurer

MINISTERS were told by the States Treasurer that the inclusion of a controversial FTP saving was a political judgement for them, it has been revealed.

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Bethan Haines, in a memo to the Policy Council, said the case was not clear cut.

'My view is that this case could be argued either way,' she said. 'It is clear that the transfer should proceed and that general revenue should therefore get the benefit.

'However, whether this is classed as an FTP benefit is purely a political judgement for ministers.'

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