Bertie digs deep to launch National Tree Week

HE warned of worrying global trends and harmful gases, but there wasn’t a word about UN weapons inspectors or Saddam Hussein.

On the other hand the Taoiseach's speech was dotted with colourful political jargon including references to renewed growth, a new start and a time for hope in the future. No mention of impending war and the downward slide in the economy.

'A Lot Done, A Lot More to Do' except this time it was all about trees.