Dublin jumps financial league

DUBLIN has clinched a top spot in a list of the world’s leading financial centres.

It jumped two places to 13th position thanks to its tax environment and pool of good staff.

The survey, written by consultants Z/Yen Group and published by the City of London, said: “Dublin is excellent — good reputation and very pragmatic regulation, genuinely keen to encourage business. It also has a good tax environment. Over time it’s become expensive but good staff can be found.”