These exchanges are supposed to provide plans that are as good as employer-based plans, which generally have good benefits.

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As a member of the EU, Britain is supposed to follow benchmarks set by EU leaders in Brussels who generally defer to Basel agreements.

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Even in America, where tales of vast wealth are generally supposed to provide a useful reminder of the fruits of capitalist endeavour, this is seen by some as a bit rich.

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