Two thirds of workers 'do not feel secure in jobs' - survey

Nearly two thirds of us do not feel safe in our jobs, according to a new survey by Peninsula Ireland, which found 69% of workers felt insecure about their employment prospects.

The latest research also shows that 74% of staff worry about not having enough money when they retire.

More than 1,000 workers were polled last month. The results revealed 71% have been forced to take on a heavier workload for the same pay, and 63% would prefer to take a pay cut instead of being laid off.

Managing director of Peninsula Ireland Alan Price told i105107 that employees were becoming increasingly concerned over cuts in the workplace.

"Employees are under increasing stress," he said.