What Will Happen In 2010? Some Predictions …
1. IMF called in, Ireland?
Pro:
- On dole: 380,000;- In public service: 369,000;- Total population: 4,000,000;- Public debt: High;- Banks: Insolvent without more public cash injected = more debt;- Social partnership ended;- Truculent public sector demanding retention of benefits;- Quangos laden with political place-men left untouched.
Con:
- Some cuts in public outgoings: jobs, wages, dole;- One [...]