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Have we ever had it so good? (Q2 05)

As usual, the economy looks set to take centre stage in the general election campaign, with voters set to be bombarded with a baffling array of claims, counterclaims and statistics relating to its past performance and prospects. But how well has the economy really performed in recent years?

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