Its consequences would involve budget deficits, lost confidence, higher taxes and economic downturn. The Bertie Bowl is in this category of unproductive, non essential spending. It does not benefit the poor and is a hindrance to economic growth. It must be given the red card with all speed. Capital investment must remain a priority.
Roads are number one.
The bottlenecks that clog our main arteries are a reminder of past incompetence and should be a spur to current administrators. Again let us say that roadway urgency does not justify non essential flamboyance. Money and other essential resources are wasted in creating resources that will be under utilised for 35-40 years. Let us have town by passes, more dual carriage ways, less costly motorways. Congestion has also arisen in the service area of our main airport, Dublin.