More than 25% report poor life quality

Over a quarter of Irish people have multiple quality-of-life problems including income poverty, poor mental health, and poor housing.

A report by the Economic and Social Research Institute (ESRI) published today examines how the quality of life varies by age group and social class, using Central Statistics Office data available for 2013.

Using 11 indicators to measure different aspects of quality of life, the research found significant differences across age groups in the extent and type of problems reported.