4 days to go and for all the science its the canvass that makes the difference. The Glens, Home Farm and East Wall all get a visit today. There is a myth out there that people in general have had enough of politics yet my experience over the last the last 4 weeks is that this is far from true. That is not to say there is no frustration, but it is really encouraging to find most people willing to engage and debate the issues. Whatever the outcome next Saturday, it bodes well for Ireland’s future. All the best, Mary.

Revenue Raising Powers for Dublin City
Government confirmed their support for legislation that would allow local authorities charge a small visitors tax if they wished to do so. Dublin welcomes millions of visitors each year. Tourism is vital to our economy, but it also places added pressure on city services — street cleaning, waste collection, public



