The report also shows that a third of all those unemployed aged 25 and under have attained only lower secondary education

Starting a new career in your mid-50s can deliver an inspirational new lease of life, says Niall Murphy, who is enjoying a fulfilling career as a culinary instructor.

41% of people aged between 50 and 59 who are employed have the equivalent of a Leaving Cert or less.

FURTHER training and education authority Solas is engaging with home-based women to encourage them to consider retraining to fill a growing number of vacancies across all sectors.