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Cliff TaylorThe Irish Times |
The mutual Ireland Inc plámás between Irish governments and the big multinationals means about as much as Donald Trump’s assurances
All the talk of giveaways and helping families has raised expectations, which now look set to be dashed by the bubbling energy crisis
There is, indeed, a crisis for many people. But there is also a growing number doing very well
When corporation finally tax tops out or falls will Ireland have anything to show for it?
Nobody believes these fantasy targets, but as they are still ‘policy’, everyone has to pretend they are relevant
The more prices get out of line, the higher the risk if there is an economic shock
The only certainty is that Ireland will continue to rely on rising corporate tax revenues to pay the bills at the end of the year
But you might not want to get too excited
A key test of infrastructure and housing ambitions is about to take place in the north inner city
Ireland has no credible strategy for paying the big bills coming down the track from investment, climate change and an ageing population
Commuters can expect plenty of disruption, but no new lines, until at least the next general election
Immigration has been vital to Ireland’s economic growth. But, as with Switzerland, it has led to pressures on housing availability and costs
The danger of Ireland’s reliance on a few big companies and their fortunes rise ever higher - but no-one wants to hear it
In the culture wars over data centres, there is no space for the middle ground. But a realistic examination of the benefits and costs is what we need
Looking at the AI boom now recalls the chaotic dot-com bubble of the late 1990s, though there is little doubt that jobs are on the line
It’s not just tech. Sectors relying on consumer spending such as restaurants and personal services are also shedding staff
The immediate fallout will hit a number of sectors, but the longer-term implications for Ireland are troubling
Whether to spend big to ease rising household electricity and gas bills is Government’s next big test
The Government needs to act with an urgency born of the risk that ongoing corporate tax growth is far from guaranteed
Government is dealing with two problems. One is economic. Second is those taking it upon themselves to rule on who can go where and when
ISK accounts are popular examples of Swedish minimalism but there are two key questions that may decide if the Irish version is as successful
As costs continue to rise, how to support those in the middle ground will become a crunch political issue
A good guide for any measures is that they be targeted as far as possible and temporary in nature
Many people are turning their three-bed home into a four-bed with a Dermot Bannon-style family ‘space’
This week’s bluster gives the impression of some kind of crackdown - with consequences. Don’t be fooled
US president’s only goal is to get Republicans through the midterms in decent shape
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