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Wed 06 Jun 2007Cowen defends move on stamp dutyMinister for Finance Brian Cowen defended the Government's abolition of stamp duty for first-time buyers in the face of strong Opposition criticism."Our proposals, in line with the entire policy approach of this Government, are both progressive and responsible. They are the right measures for our economy and for our society," he said.