That’s a wrap for Three Wise Guys

WELL, there was certainly a Mary, but whether the main party leaders represented the Three Wise Men is anyone’s call.

Taoiseach Brian Cowen, Fine Gael leader Enda Kenny, Labour leader Eamon Gilmore and Green Party deputy Mary White had gathered on the Leinster House lawn to switch on the Oireachtas Christmas tree lights, and as the chill set in the assembled crowd members counted their blessings – at least it wasn’t Jedward.

The tree sparkled in glorious excitement as the Dublin gospel choir boomed out “Oh, Happy Day!” and “Walking In A Winter Wonderland” as even the usually downcast Mr Cowen seemed to momentarily lose himself in the merriment of the occasion.