The problem with Seán Quinn’s side of the story

Seán Quinn is hustling his book, a memoir, at the moment. He was interviewed on RTE Primetime and elsewhere last week and had some sort of launch party at the Slieve Russell hotel. He claims that he wants his side of the story to be told, arguing that it has not yet been put into… Continue reading The problem with Seán Quinn’s side of the story

The return of Enoch Burke

I read online with interest about the return of Enoch Burke to Wilson’s Hospital School for the new school year. The school terminated his employment earlier this year and there has been long running, and expensive, legal proceedings concerning the dispute between the parties. Burke has one remaining chance to be reinstated in his old… Continue reading The return of Enoch Burke

Dubrovnik-the verdict

Dubrovnik is undoubtedly pretty on first arrival. Physically extremely attractive, the old town is easily negotiable and fully pedestrianised. After a few days, however, you begin to think about a Game of Thrones film set, about Airbnb, and overpriced, expensive restaurants. Two or three days is enough for us, anyway. The history of the area… Continue reading Dubrovnik-the verdict

Dubrovnik, Crotia

We arrived in Dubrovnik yesterday and we are staying in the old town. Stunning place, very hot (31 C yesterday and today). Looking forward to going on some type of walking tour today and learning about the history of the place, the bombing of the city in 1990/1991, and more. Here are some images: