Health issues and care duties remain obstacles for returning to work

Survey finds 89% are satisfied with their life and there is a similar job satisfaction rating amongst employees.

28% persons currently not in employment said the main obstacle to return to work was chronic health issues.

Health problems and care duties have prevented people from getting jobs, according to new figures from the Central Statistics Office (CSO).

The figures found that despite the Covid-19 pandemic, the vast majority of people in Ireland are happy with their life.