Recession-hit tradesmen behind big rise in number of vasectomies

It’s a 10-minute operation... It’s equivalent to going to the dentist and getting a filling done.

The number of vasectomies being carried out on recession-hit tradesmen has shot up since the end the Celtic Tiger, according to a leading vasectomy specialist.

Out-of-work carpenters, plasterers and builders are availing of the operation under their newly obtained medical cards as they can’t afford the arrival of another child in their family.