Today’s column is going to look at savings and investment options in Ireland. It is an incredibly important topic, and one that I think is not sufficiently appreciated at all levels of government. A new national savings scheme could kickstart a virtuous circle of compounding returns for Irish citizens, while at the same time providing vital funding for the Irish start-up scene. I will proceed with an analysis of the current offering, and then offer a modest proposal for a new national savings scheme.  Saving and investment vehicles in Ireland In Ireland, there are precious few avenues for savings and…