Survey shows youth are pessimistic about future

FEWER than one in three young voters believe Ireland is a good place to live, according to an opinion poll which found little optimism about the future among the country’s under-35s.

The Irish Examiner-Red C poll found just 29% of 18-34 year olds were enthusiastic about living here while 34% said Ireland was not a good place to live. The remaining 37% were uncommitted.

The mood is explained by other responses to the poll which explored voter intentions and economic experiences in advance of next week’s general election.