Is the EU right to cap banking bonuses?

The EU has decided to try and end the 'bonus culture' at banks. Tim Bennett explains their latest proposal and asks whether it will work.

The EU has decided to try and end the 'bonus culture' at banks. Tim Bennett explains their latest proposal and asks whether it will work.

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