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19-April-2013
English
Education Policy Outlook reviews the current context and situation of the country’s education system and examine its challenges and policy responses.
19-April-2013
English, PDF, 503kb
This policy profile on education in Ireland is part of the new Education Policy Outlook series, which will present comparative analysis of education policies and reforms across OECD countries. Building on the substantial comparative and sectorial policy knowledge base available within the OECD, the series will result in a biannual publication (first volume in 2014).
4-November-2009
English, , 369kb
The Irish economy plunged into a severe recession in 2008, followinga period of unsustainable growth. Housing investment has slumped andlarge internal economic imbalances are unwinding, with the effect ondemand compounded by the international financial crisis and globalslowdown. The adjustment, which is underway, will be prolonged andthe economic recovery weak. Irish banks have come under severepressure, and major support from the
16-April-2008
English, , 305kb
The Irish economy has performed remarkably well over the past decade, propelling per capita income to above the EU average. Though the period of rapid catch-up has ended and productivity growth has slowed in recent years, the economic fundamentals remain strong. Economic activity has been fuelled by strong domestic demand but is now easing. In the short run, wage restraint and labour market flexibility will be important to continue to
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