August 2009 contents page
Cover Story
Not since 1987 has Irish trade unionism faced duch a difficult crossroads. As the impact of the recession on workers hits home, industrial relations may move out of the back rooms and onto the streets. Fearghal O'Connor reports. Read full article.
Aviation
Dublin Airport's second terminal may be taking impressive shape but an unfolding financial crisis may force the DAA to keep the doors closed. Billed to open in November 2010, the terminal could cost hundreds of jobs, writes Fearghal O'Connor.Read full article.
Anglo Irish Bank
The blinds have stayed closed at Anglo Irish Bank since the State stepped in and nationalised the troubled lender. Full of toxic assets, is the bank beyond rescue and did the Government make the wrong call, asks Sarah Gilamartin. Read full article
Interview
EU Competition Commissioner Neelie Kroes' term in office come to an end this year, after the most turbulent of 28 months. John Walsh speaks to her about the looming and why she will not rule out running for a second term. Read full article.
Profile
Derek Quinlan was known as the man with the midas touch during the boom years. Sarah Gilmartin looks at the incredible rise and the future possibilities for the investment kingpin following the announcement of his retirement from Quinlan Private. Read full article.
Behavioural Economics
Patrick Freyne examines the rise of behavioural economics, what effect psychology has when entering the complex world of economics and whether it can really solve our current economic woes and decision making at the highest level. Read full article.
