Daniels idea's for (possibly) reviving the Economy (maybe) . . . just some thoughts

danindublin

Daniels idea’s for (possibly) reviving (some) of (What’s left) of the economy

Don't shoot me, just some random thoughts

1. Sale of Aer Lingus shares at €2 each
If Ryanair or whoever wants the airline let them have it. It’s a commercial venture now and no longer a “State Airline” or “National Carrier” and needs to be run as such without the need for government control or intervention. Use the hundreds of millions elsewhere for other needed projects rather than maintaining its current stake.

2. Zero cost for CIE by December 1st 2009
CIE could and should be in a position of zero loss by December 31st. Fares are higher than most European neighbours for a limited service. There is no reason why costs can’t be reduced to zero if required.

3. Profits from ESB to be used for an "Eastern Atlantic Wind Farm"
The profits on an annual basis to create a large scale Atlantic wind farm to provide low cost electricity within western Europe and future large scale profits. Assists in Kyoto.

4. Reduction of Social Welfare Payments

1. These have increases in accordance with inflation which has now decreased. As such the new standard rate should be €205 per week with no increase in 2010 budget.
2. Full review of all long term unemployment (>12 months) by December 31st
3. Scale back of jobseekers allowance to 6 months maximum

5. Reduction in the minimum wage in line with deflation
Our minimum wage is now unrealistic given the reduction in costs and international competition. New rate of €7.95 per hour

6. Primary & Secondary Schools Building Initiative (PSSBI)
Put out to public tender 100 new schools to be built at a fixed contract price. No one company can acquire more than two projects. Providing new schools in addition to construction jobs.

7. Home Ownership Initiative 2009 (HOI09)
Compulsory state purchase orders on all properties where developer has defaulted. Price is limited to the costs incurred for the land purchase and building costs (Rate scales apply based on current market values). Can be the primary residences of the owner only. Mortgage provided through banks with state guarantee.

8. Special Savings Incentive Scheme 2009 (SSIA09)
Reintroduction of the SSIA with new rules. Maximum of €250pppm. Restricted by PPSN. €1 for every €5 invested. Minimum of 5 years investment. Funds deposited in central fund.

9. Reduction in costs of the Oireachtas by €40m to €60
Lead by example guys!

10. 5% reduction all public sector wages in excess of €66,0000, 2% on salary’s from €45,000 to €65,999

11. No increases through benchmarkering in 2009

12. Reduction in HSE administrative staff by 20% by September 1st

13. Tax amnesty for December
VAT reduced to 10% on commercial items (clothing, electrical, etc)for 1 months a year to increase public expenditure. Reduce Northern expenditure

14. Reduction in Presidential salary to a taxable €250,000

15. Limitation on local government / councillor expenses
Currently these are excessive

Darragh29

danindublin wrote: »

Daniels idea’s for (possibly) reviving (some) of (What’s left) of the economy

Don't shoot me, just some random thoughts

1. Sale of Aer Lingus shares at €2 each
If Ryanair or whoever wants the airline let them have it. It’s a commercial venture now and no longer a “State Airline” or “National Carrier” and needs to be run as such without the need for government control or intervention. Use the hundreds of millions elsewhere for other needed projects rather than maintaining its current stake.

2. Zero cost for CIE by December 1st 2009
CIE could and should be in a position of zero loss by December 31st. Fares are higher than most European neighbours for a limited service. There is no reason why costs can’t be reduced to zero if required.

I think Biffo should offer to sell the government stake in Aer Lingus to Ryanair on condition that they also buy Dublin Bus and sort that place out as well. You wouldn't see them making a loss for long or stupid antiquated work practices going on there for much longer.

BroomBurner

I like your thinking Daniel, good sound suggestions there.

blackiebest

+1