Columns - Irish Examiner

Fergus Finlay

Why man’s best friend should be allowed a hassle-free run on beach

LISTEN, I’ve no intention of being unfaithful, and I certainly won’t forget the loved ones in my life today.

Tue, 14 Feb, 2012

Why the Central Bank’s economic forecast has left my stomach in knots

WHY would the news of an imminent Central Bank forecast fill a reasonably sane man with foreboding?

Tue, 07 Feb, 2012

We didn’t all go mad, it was flawed ideology that got us in this mess

YOU have no idea how lucky you are.

Tue, 31 Jan, 2012

If we want our kids to be responsible about drink, we must lead by example

MY wife and I went to a funeral last week.

Tue, 24 Jan, 2012

We are all in this together, so public service bashing is a waste of time

SUDDENLY, just before Christmas, and all because I wrote some stuff about public service pay increments, I started getting letters from trade union leaders.

Tue, 17 Jan, 2012

We all hate paying taxes, but fair tax is the key to a fair society

BEING a taxpayer is no fun, we all know that.

Tue, 10 Jan, 2012

Get ready for Olympic glory and Bertie’s return in a bumpy 2012

WELL, Happy New Year to ye all!

Tue, 03 Jan, 2012

2011 saw political decimation and a real chance to reform our system

WHAT a year.

Tue, 27 Dec, 2011

Times are tough, but let’s not lose sight of the true spirit of Christmas

I DON’T know whether I want to say Bah Humbug, or a heartfelt Happy Christmas.

Tue, 20 Dec, 2011

Taoiseach, trust the people to make the right decision on Europe

DEAR Taoiseach and Tánaiste, You were elected to be different.

Tue, 13 Dec, 2011