One-in-nine people living in Ireland were born abroad

One-in-nine people living in Ireland was born abroad — and despite the recession, immigration levels are continuing to grow.

A detailed analysis of last year’s census figures by the CSO has revealed the changing face of Irish society — and highlighted how certain claims against migrants are unfounded.

According to the breakdown, between 2002 and Apr 2011, Ireland’s immigrant population rose by 143%, a rate that includes a 30% increase since 2006.