Unions need to have a reality check

WE have all heard about the ESB’s brand new notion to cut off our power. Although I do agree that they should go on strike, I disagree with their power cut. I hope they realise they’re going to lose every ounce of public sympathy that they have, which, admittedly, is very little.

Shops are depending on Christmas sales this year to help them through the bad times and hopefully onto next year. We all know that this is officially a massive moment for shop owners because if Christmas isn’t kind to them, next year will be an intense struggle.

Secondly, what’s really worrying everyone is what will happen to the elderly. Imagine the elderly living in rural areas who depend on heating to keep them warm and the TV to keep them in contact with the outside world.