Irish Examiner view: Future of moderation tied to waning parties

FF and FG need new purpose and energy rather than different leadership

Taoiseach Micheal Martin (left) alongside Tanaiste Leo Varadkar during a Covid-19 press briefing at Government Buildings in Dublin.

Just days ago, BirdWatch Ireland reported that 54 once-common species, 26% of our bird populations, are so endangered they are on the Red List. 

Since 2013, 23 species have fallen to Red List status. Only six revived their fortunes and escaped the dreaded list, often the first peal of the grim reaper’s bell.