IBEC: Live register increase reflects weakness in domestic economy

Employers' group IBEC today said that the larger than expected increase in the Live Register reflects ongoing weakness in the domestic economy.

Commenting on the latest CSO labour market figures, IBEC senior economist Fergal O'Brien said: "The second quarter of the year has proved very disappointing for the labour market. The latest increase in the Live Register highlight the tough trading conditions that firms operating in the domestic sector continue to face.