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Labour Markets and Skills

Research focuses on a wide range of policy areas examining how workers are faring in the labour market and what skills workers need to meet the needs of an evolving economy. Research topics include pay, unemployment, training and skills.

Minimum Wage
Minimum wage

A number of reports examine who earns the minimum wage in Ireland and how long people remain on the minimum wage for. 

Digital skills
Digital Skills

These reports address topics such as the labour market's demand for blockchain and automation skills to ensure workforce capabilities match this demand. 

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Skills Mismatch

These reports examine areas such as skill gaps, skill shortages and overeducation.