Economy

All the wrong options have been pursued

March 8, 2010
Economy

28 leading economists, social scientists and economic analysts set out an alternative course which could well provide the basis for a new political manifesto. (published in The Irish Times, Mon, Mar 08, 2010) In this open letter, 28 leading economists, social scientists and economic analysts tell the Government that it’s policies for dealing with the economic crisis are wrong. And they chart a different course THE GOVERNMENT’S economic strategy is …Read more

Fur Coat and No Knickers

Fur Coat and No Knickers
March 25, 2009
Economy

In a fine, angry article in The Irish Times, Fintan O’Toole sums up what’s wrong with public transport policy in …Read more

Public Service Pay

Public Service Pay
January 15, 2009
Economy

The Irish Times has a very interesting breakdown of public sector salaries, ranging from €13,403 for a Defence Force private, …Read more

If US can do it in 10, we can do it in 5

If US can do it in 10, we can do it in 5
July 20, 2008
Disruptive Technology

This is Al Gore’s speech exhorting Americans to change to a carbon-free economy in ten years. The United States is …Read more

Boston or Berlin? Ask the Washington Post

Boston or Berlin? Ask the Washington Post
October 8, 2007
Economy

But what about Europe? You may be surprised to learn how our estranged transatlantic partner has been faring during these …Read more