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On the electricity part ,I worked with the E.s.b and e.s.b networks Ever wonder why we went from the 4th cheapest in Europe for electricity ,to the 4th highest in 20 years? Government policy E.S.B was forced to lose 1million customers to allow other companies to come in the "Open Market " Most of these companies do not produce electricity ,they buy it from the national grid and sell it to you at a profit, Wind turbines are given first priority to produce electricity which is dearer than hydro - electricity Government policy The E.S.B. is a semi-state company has to pay a "dividend " to the government every year, last few years added up to 400 million Euro, then the E.S.B has to borrow money at a now higher interest rate to fund upgrades and replacement. of wires poles ,transformers and substations, Peat burning power stations refused permission to upgrade and instead of been mothballed so they could be used again ,demolished leaving us depending on gas ,coal fired power stations, Contrary to Eamon Ryan's belief the wind does not blow all the time ,so wind farms have turn out to be a very costly policy to the Irish people. Free speech is not allowed by those on the left ,you have to follow the agenda laid out by the "Bed wetting sack of shites ".....Never be silent! Make your opinions known, and do not fear retribution for speaking your mind! The only ones who will aggressively try to silence you are the ones who do not respect the liberties and rights of the individual. Those people deserve our contempt, and when you draw them out of the shadows by exercising your civil right to freedom of speech, they will expose themselves for what they truly are.
So much food for thought on Irish history, Brexit, and globalisation. Thanks.
Sorry to hear you're still having to endure grief from the fascists/anti-fascists, or whatever they call themselves. These days I'm moving more and more to the left, but those right/left labels are probably meaningless now
Like you I won't vote any more, whether in elections or referendums. Not only because I don't like any of the political options. I just don't trust the system, even the paper-based one we still have here in Ireland.
I cheered silently at the result of the British referendum in 2016 because I don't support the EU. Now I'm not so sure. After the last 2½ years does it matter whether the tyranny is based in Westminster or Brussels?
I enjoyed the article, as always. You make a lot of sense for the far-right fascist bigot we know you to be. I'm a lifelong Irish Repubican, as were my family for generations, but I wouldn't get out of bed for a united Ireland under the present regeime and structures.
Although living (on the land if not off the land) in northwest Italy, as a native Mayo and Castlebarman, Michael Davitt has been on my mind of late for exactly the reasons outlined. Interesting and somewhat alarming times.
The Irish Land War: Cows, Cannabis and Conifer forests
Great article...just one comment....its not the cow's farts that are the problem...rather their burps! Keep up the good work
On the electricity part ,I worked with the E.s.b and e.s.b networks Ever wonder why we went from the 4th cheapest in Europe for electricity ,to the 4th highest in 20 years? Government policy E.S.B was forced to lose 1million customers to allow other companies to come in the "Open Market " Most of these companies do not produce electricity ,they buy it from the national grid and sell it to you at a profit, Wind turbines are given first priority to produce electricity which is dearer than hydro - electricity Government policy The E.S.B. is a semi-state company has to pay a "dividend " to the government every year, last few years added up to 400 million Euro, then the E.S.B has to borrow money at a now higher interest rate to fund upgrades and replacement. of wires poles ,transformers and substations, Peat burning power stations refused permission to upgrade and instead of been mothballed so they could be used again ,demolished leaving us depending on gas ,coal fired power stations, Contrary to Eamon Ryan's belief the wind does not blow all the time ,so wind farms have turn out to be a very costly policy to the Irish people. Free speech is not allowed by those on the left ,you have to follow the agenda laid out by the "Bed wetting sack of shites ".....Never be silent! Make your opinions known, and do not fear retribution for speaking your mind! The only ones who will aggressively try to silence you are the ones who do not respect the liberties and rights of the individual. Those people deserve our contempt, and when you draw them out of the shadows by exercising your civil right to freedom of speech, they will expose themselves for what they truly are.
So much food for thought on Irish history, Brexit, and globalisation. Thanks.
Sorry to hear you're still having to endure grief from the fascists/anti-fascists, or whatever they call themselves. These days I'm moving more and more to the left, but those right/left labels are probably meaningless now
Like you I won't vote any more, whether in elections or referendums. Not only because I don't like any of the political options. I just don't trust the system, even the paper-based one we still have here in Ireland.
I cheered silently at the result of the British referendum in 2016 because I don't support the EU. Now I'm not so sure. After the last 2½ years does it matter whether the tyranny is based in Westminster or Brussels?
Maybe I'm getting too old and cynical!
I enjoyed the article, as always. You make a lot of sense for the far-right fascist bigot we know you to be. I'm a lifelong Irish Repubican, as were my family for generations, but I wouldn't get out of bed for a united Ireland under the present regeime and structures.
Gerry, always like to read your perspective on the UK and European geopolitical world. Linking once again @https://nothingnewunderthesun2016.com/
And the cannabis will keep us all conveniently dumbed down so we won’t revolt….
Although living (on the land if not off the land) in northwest Italy, as a native Mayo and Castlebarman, Michael Davitt has been on my mind of late for exactly the reasons outlined. Interesting and somewhat alarming times.
Good piece! Thank you!