Let's say for the sake of argument that my local shop sends me a box of groceries every week. That box contains all my needs – meat, vegetables, fruit, bread and assorted tins and jars. They charge me €100 for … Continue reading →
The general overhaul of the Manor continues apace. The floor has been ripped up, the leaking heating pipe replaced and the floor relaid. The skip duly arrived, was filled with the contents of the garage and was collected this morning. … Continue reading →
Dear Ivor Callely, I trust your first night in the old clink was reasonably uncomfortable? Now you may think that with my past attitude to politicians that I would be gloating at your incarceration, but that is not so. In … Continue reading →
Here are some of the facts they are unlikely to tell you about water charges. You already pay €1.2bn for your water through direct and indirect taxes/VAT. Irish Water does not have the power to garnish your wages/welfare or to … Continue reading →
I see I have been nominated for the Blog Awards? Thank you, whoever you are. I am flattered. Best News/Current Affairs/Political Blog? A strange choice? In past years, people have put me forward for Best Personal or Best Humour so … Continue reading →
