But the IMF is still widely expected to outline policy recommendations that favour growth over tackling the budget deficit, fearing that the speed and depth of cuts is preventing growth.

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Lord Mandelson said arguments about the depth and speed of cuts were outdated and Labour should focus on how to rebuild the economy.

BBC: Labour accuses coalition of giving up on growth

The former business secretary said arguments about the depth and speed of cuts were outdated and Labour should focus on how to rebuild the economy.

BBC: Lord Mandelson

It must have analytical depth, a professional culture built around experimental learning, and an appropriate scope of interest that cuts across the various departments that will have programs subject to testing.

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