1. Emigration in Ireland Emigration crisis 2012 Amanda O Reilly X00074984

2. Emigration Statistics 87,000 people emigrated Ireland in 2012. 36,000 were Irish nationals under the age of 25 150,000 young people have emigrated since 2008 Irelands emigration is the highest recorded since 1990.

3. Government Response Back to Work Scheme ( over 23, out of work two years) FAS (job seekers allowance over 3 months) Jobbridge Scheme (internship for 6 to 9 months)

4. The Results Jobbridge scheme; to people the opportunity to gain experience and bridge the gap between study and the working world. 52% of finishers of the jobbridge scheme are now in paid employment. This is the most successful work placement programme in Europe. Fas; offers training and paid employment for various job area ‘s. Back to work scheme; is aimed at people receiving unemployment benefit for a long period of time.

5. Unemployment Rates 2012

6. Factors that affect emigration High unemployment Economic crisis Higher living costs Low quality jobs

7. Highly skilled graduates leaving the country To work in countries for lower skilled jobs Working abroad expo gathers thousands

8. What the future holds? More foreign direct investment is needed More incentives for indigenous companies Lower taxes on small and medium companies More skilled jobs available for graduates

9. Opportunity This emigration crisis can be seen as a way to ensure the country is run in a more sustainable way Less dependent on foreign companies Exports have risen is recent times To support Irish companies in order to create Irish jobs and boost the economy

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