SEVERE weather conditions are set to continue wreaking havoc across the country until the middle of next week with little chance of any thaw expected over the coming days.

THEY thought about moving, they thought about going all contemporary on makeover and extension front – and eventually this couple of practicing architects went the seemingly modest route for their own family home.

IT is beyond belief that Israel once again has flouted international law by attacking the humanitarian shipments heading for Gaza.

AS a teacher I am very disheartened by the constant criticism of the public sector. The majority of us work hard, don’t earn large salaries and are professional and dedicated in carrying out our jobs. We have had on average a 10% reduction in take-home pay already this year and cannot afford further cuts.

LIKE most people I am very concerned about our economy. The current talks involving the social partners do little to allay such concerns.

APART from the criticisms on stealth taxes and the employment levy announced in the budget, there are concerns about the long-term implications of increased Government borrowing.

SO the Fianna Fáil vote is holding up, according to recent opinion polls.

I WAS amazed at the surge in the Fianna Fáil vote. Have people got such short memories or do they really not care about all the problems that have worsened under this Government over the last 10 years?