Hence, the picture that emerges is rather unclear, showing no definite pattern. Data relating to Israel's economic growth in the first quarter of 2005, 2.9 percent, suggested a certain slowing of economic activity. Other data, however, point in the opposite direction.
Moreover, the CRD does not introduce clear rules as regards decision-making, which may make it very difficult for colleges to come to a joint decision, especially in a crisis situation.