These are only a few of the intended stealth charges. Local budgets will continue to be squeezed. Apart from the once-off contribution of €30 million to local authorities, the freeze on Exchequer contributions will be followed by increased local charges. The big State monopoly companies will be looking for their share. Already the ESB has approval for an increase. Health insurance, rail, broadcasting and postal services will not be far behind. There is evidence they have sought increases which, no doubt, the Government will grant.