Back to work day

Ugh. Getting out of bed and getting on the train on the first day after Christmas is never easy. Belfast’s continued reliance on the public service was notable as I emerged into the less then busy city centre this morning.

 08 promises to be a big year for the Northern Ireland capital. The US investment conference takes place in the Spring, more new 21st century shopping will come to town in March and the city’s new brand should also be launched before the summer.

Dublin can also look forward to an interesting year. Will the Celtic tiger eventually run out of puff? Are Bertie Ahern’s days numbered and, most importantly, will the Sam Maguire be heading back to the capital in September?

Stretch in the evenings already…..