The proposed measures in this blueprint, if implemented, could have the following impact over a five-year time frame:
The creation of 200,000 jobs by 2015.
The injection of €7.3 billion per annum in wages into the economy.
Increased tax revenues of €2 billion per annum.
A reduction of €5.5 billion per annum in social welfare expenditure.
The achievement of savings of €5.3 billion through the implementation of the McCarthy report recommendations.
A further reduction of €3.6 billion per annum through restructuring local government and a tightening in welfare expenditure.
The achievement of annual economic growth of 5 per cent by 2015.
The ending of forced emigration.
The restoration of Ireland’s reputation as a great place to do business and a great place to live in and visit.