We have come a long way in 10 years since the banking bailout

With the guarantee of September 29, 2008, the Irish taxpayer had to pay €64bn to replenish bank capital levels. Since then, we have regained our sovereignty, are experiencing robust growth, and are headed towards full employment, writes Paschal Donohoe

We have come a long way in 10 years since the banking bailout

With the guarantee of September 29, 2008, the Irish taxpayer had to pay €64bn to replenish bank capital levels. Since then, we have regained our sovereignty, are experiencing robust growth, and are headed towards full employment, writes Paschal Donohoe

This week marks the 10th anniversary of the Irish bank guarantee, a time not easily forgotten. Nor should it be.

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