Survey shows 68% of workers lie on CV

Almost 70% of Irish workers have lied on their CV, according to a new survey by Peninsula Ireland.

Up to 1,021 jobseekers were polled in November and December last year and 68% admitted lying to make their resumé look more impressive, with 77% of the untruths relating to qualifications.

The poll also showed that 17% of respondents changed their job title to make it sound better.

The study revealed that 89% said they don't feel guilty about what they did and would continue to lie in the future.