Draw Breath

Well, I was so wrong wasn't I? I hadn't thought the Greens would be the kingmakers. What a big risk they're taking in electoral terms, but what's the point in being a politician in opposition, especially in Ireland's disfunctional parliamentary system?

And as for what they didn't get, well no-one in Europe has banned American flights so that's not a runner for any government. And I'm sure everyone is delighted to let Mary Harney continue her fight with the consultants. Bi-location is probably worth it purely in return for no-one else having to take the health service on themselves. 

So, well done to the Greens on making the deal and let's hope they rise to their opportunity.