Relaxation of Restrictions, Part VIII *Read OP For Mod Warnings*

Deleted User wrote: »

To be fair, some of us called this. Easy to put restrictions in place. More difficult to divorce yourself from them.

Probably our best chance of getting rid of this nonsense is:

1) Europe dictating to us
2) Finances collapsing
3) Mass Protests
4) General Election - Difficult though, as no big party is opposed to lockdown

Mass protests (or better - mass disobedience) could happen if the government cut off the PUP support. That would actually "help" people to wake up earlier and do something about the situation.

In some countries (Italy and Poland for example) business started to open up again despite the restrictions, as people need to earn a living and put food on the table.

FintanMcluskey wrote: »

They essentially remarked that restrictions may be required until beyond this Christmas, and perhaps for years to come.

Covid may mutate and become something that will always require restrictions.

Although I did always say that using the current metrics to implement restrictions, they will be perpetual. Perhaps they read my posts

They put out feelers during the 1st lockdown that this could go on for 2 1/2-5 years. It seems they're hellbent to drag it out that long.

Seweryn wrote: »

Mass protests (or better - mass disobedience) could happen if the government cut off the PUP support. That would actually "help" people to wake up earlier and do something about the situation.

In some countries (Italy and Poland for example) business started to open up again despite the restrictions, as people need to earn a living and put food on the table.

Are actively advocating violence?

Galwayguy35 wrote: »

Brid Smith was on the radio earlier criticising business owners who are anxious about an extended lockdown, easy for her to talk sitting on her arse earning a TDs salary.

Total geebag is all that one is.

she only takes the average or median salary for personal income to be fair, 30 odd thousand I believe.

( not gonna debate the merits around it or go into a goalpost moving discussion, but the fact is she's not earning a personal €100,000 like most TD's, even if you think she's a geebag which you're entitled to lol)

Lundstram wrote: »

Under 1000 cases today, over 8,000 not two weeks ago. More restrictions and extended lockdown needed was the decision on foot of that massive effort and improvement.

Very demotivating. Why would you bother locking yourself away if that’s the reward you get?

Go out and enjoy your life. You only get one.

100%.

Lets look at the last 10 months
Does govt care about your mental health? no. All the politicians coming out running their mouth of "we may do that" "we wont do that" "its possible" "it cant be ruled out"

Does govt care about your income? well no. 400,000 + have just had their income capped at 250 - 350 euros per week. Minimum until March. Likely until June. For over 6 months of last 10 months also...

Has govt increased healthcare capacity? ICU beds? Not really. Have they flushed €30,000,000,000 + euros down the toilet? you can safely say so.

I really dont know what kind of person still supports this absolutely inept govt, the madness agenda they are pushing and complete destruction of not only of the spirit of the people but of their actual lives that ironically enough they are suppose to "care for" and "look after" as they are elected by those very same people.

Deleted User wrote: »

6 weeks... They were mentioning December and beyond today.

Thats the most infuriating thing.

They clearly have no idea of whats happening or whats going to happen.

But jesus are they quick to run their mouth and start predicting shi*e 9, 12 months from now.

Unreal.

Same idiots that kept telling us masks are useless for 3 months at the start of the pandemic... speechless stuff really.


Let me try it.

I dont think there will be any concerts in Ireland until 2022. But maybe we will look at it. It cant be ruled out. Its possible they could happen but only in a very safe environment and only if the health situation in the country and the managed of new cases are up to a good standard, its unlikely but it could happen.

There, I said alot and said absolutely nothing at the same time.

Graham wrote: »

If that's what I'd meant, that's what I'd have said.

I do however understand the concept of exponential increases and the benefits of starting from a lower base.

What base are you suggesting?

emeldc wrote: »

Sincere apologies from me on the ‘porter’ comment. It was a poor choice of words and I shouldn’t have said it. I didn’t mean to offend anyone especially porters and risteard7. I have been in hospital often enough to know what kind of work they do.
Risteard7, truce if that’s ok.

People say unfortunate things all the time on this thread and most just disappear for a few days until it’s forgotten about! But fair play to you for holding your hands up about it, that’s a trait not enough people have! We disagree on many things re: lockdowns etc, but we all want the same thing in the end! Now let’s get back to arguing!!!

Ginger n Lemon wrote: »

Cant wait to go abroad this year.

They can mandatory quarantine me in fkin Zimbabwe for all they like... I am not staying in this shi*hole for 12 months straight thats for sure.

And I pity every1 who has stayed for the last 12 months.

Well well well. No great surprise to read this post from you old buddy. For the 2nd year in a row you can`t wait to get out of this "****hole country" eh?. At least your fake concern for Irish hospitality/economy act is being clearly exposed for the sham that it always has been. Pathetic.

Ginger n Lemon wrote: »

Not much. My gf cut my hair last week. I watched some movies there and cooked dinner. A very eventful 2021 so far, with no lockdown :rolleyes:. Roll on 2022.

I see your signature to your posts doesnt mention any 2021 gigs. I am sorry. I suppose thats 1 thing that you ll never be able to say "theres no lockdown" about. Perhaps your classic "few restrictions"? :pac:

But hey theres 2022, maybe. You know. Possible. Its not certain but it cant be ruled out.

In any case I am sure in 2023 concerts may make a come back.

Any suggestions for my signature for my posts? I was thinking something along the lines of

"I ll sit here with the knowledge that I didnt support this hysteria from the very start, while the country burns to the ground with a big helping hand from politicians and experts"

Sounds great. I haven't seen my sig for ages. I'm using my phone for Boards this past while.