@bwalsh Sarah Carey leaked the list of Denis O Brians funders. Particularly a letter from Michael McDowell saying he would be drinking to Denis all over Christmas. It was transparency of funding she leaked.
I *think* this is a reference to my story (link below). Smyth didn't meet anyone, he was lobbied by way of a letter and, afaik, it hasn't gone any further.
https://t.co/lOXS7mu8vl
@dj_breathnach if you put a little time into formulating solutions and engaging with your TDs whatever party you may make a positive difference rather than just, sorry to use the word, but carping.
4 days ago I asked pubs to consider a 6pm closing time. This was met with an angry reaction. Tomorrow, I will be considering emergency legislation.
https://t.co/8K7GX204Xk
An emergency ‘national government’ has been formed in Belgium to tackle the Coronavirus. A national government has more than the minimum number of parties needed for a majority. Switzerland and Finland also have this.
https://t.co/4dsMU36Joc
If you are not receiving pay due to a downturn in business from COVID-19, you can get an immediate payment for the next 6 weeks. This is available to employees and self-employed. There is a 1-page form: https://t.co/JJuAp3pxrA
If you are an employer facing a loss of business during the pandemic, you can apply for a refund of €203/week for each staff member who continues to be paid. https://t.co/G9UAzStbZH
I believe we will be on total lock down sooner rather than later. Every 5 days we delay is likely a doubling of infected, and will be a doubling of those needing the ICU beds we are so short of, in 3-4 weeks. Taoiseach-you must lock down immediately.