Plans are at an advanced stage for the Taoiseach and members of the Cabinet to pose nude for a fund-raising calendar in aid of the economy.
In a desparate attempt to generate income for the Government, Taoiseach Brian Cowen and his colleagues will adopt “mildly provocative” poses in the Dail chamber and other locations in government buildings.
“The calendar will be tasteful while at the same time seductive,” a Government spokesman said. “Poses will be mildly provocative, not crude or vulgar.”
“To this end, Education Minister Mary Coughlan’s performance will be closely monitored,” he added.
The spokesman said it was not clear how much money the calendar would raise but said it was the best and only hope of income for the Goverment.
