BERR's message is that the government favours a mixed economy, not a post-industrial jungle, and will take steps to promote one.

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"Bank holidays are well established in this country and any move to introduce an additional holiday would need to balance the benefits it would bring to some individuals and businesses against the cost and disruption it would involve for others, " the BERR spokesman said.

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