The only way Northern Ireland's economy can be turned around relatively quickly is by cutting corporation tax.
That's the blunt message from a group of senior economists here.
They say Northern Ireland must match the South's low business tax regime if we are to give a big boost to the private sector and reduce our dependence on Westminster handouts.
According to analysis by the Economic Reform Group, we are subsidised to the tune of £9bn a year. That's equivalent to £20,000 for a family of four.
The team points out that despite the most generous support for business in the country, Northern Ireland remains the UK's poorest region.
Their conclusion: the grants don't work.
This initiative is something of a blow for Stormont. It essentially says current plans and those envisaged will not turn the economy around.
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