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We witnessed in the White House the ‘Doonbegisation’ of Irish foreign policy
We know it’s a fantasy but let’s take it and move on, because the battles ahead will change our world in ways we have not yet contemplated
3 days ago5 min read


Imperialism is back with Trump and the US driving the agenda
While there is a whiff of theatre about the US president’s moves on Canada, the same can’t be said of Ukraine
Mar 75 min read


There is a shock in store for Ireland once Donald Trump’s Maga men look closely
When Donald Trump’s Maga men look around the globe to uncover the most egregious trade sinner, they will surely see Ireland
Feb 285 min read


We should declare war on dereliction and a tax amnesty is our best weapon
Use the tax system to reward good behaviour and punish bad, and make it cheaper to build on derelict sites
Feb 205 min read


Don’t panic, Ireland. Donald Trump will have no choice but to drop his silly tariffs idea
A tariff strategy works only if there are enough domestic goods to replace the tariffed imports
Feb 184 min read


Gen Z will become the propulsive force that drives Irish society
Where that generation takes society is anyone’s guess but, like the 1980s punk movement, something will erupt when least expected
Feb 114 min read


Some are getting rich from the housing crisis, because one person’s mortgage is another’s piggy bank
The new Government should ensure the wealth accruing from Irish housing benefits Irish people, not foreign pension funds
Jan 315 min read


If we want less strain on capacity, we should limit immigration to some extent
If a government doesn’t want to risk slowing the economy down, and wants to go for more growth, then it must clear the way for more capacity
Jan 245 min read


No single location captures global nature of Irish economy more than Dublin Airport
Dublin Airport: Think of all the people coming and going. Consider all the ideas, schemes and plans, the commerce, the deals and the dreams.
Jan 204 min read
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