Tagged with "Irish economy"

A redundant political class in Ireland

The more Ireland cedes to Brussels, the more people will argue there is little need for an independent Irish parliament
by Vincent Cooper - 3 January 2013
Is Ireland’s Michael Higgins an economic illiterate or a cynical hack?

Maybe Mr. Higgins should spend a year or two living at 1985 living standards before he makes another dim-witted speech.
by Daniel J. Mitchell - 9 November 2011
Ed Balls and Irish austerity: what you didn't hear at party conference.

Ireland’s problem was a monetary one not a fiscal one. For Ed Balls to point to Irish austerity as a warning for Britain is either breathtaking cynicism or economic ignorance. Take your pick.
by John Phelan - 27 September 2011