Young people emigrating: Why is no TD shouting about this?

Many politicians like to espouse the pious mantra that the future of Ireland lies in its young people, without giving any serious consideration to the harsh reality that we are in serious danger of losing a whole generation of bright, talented and highly-educated youth.
Young people emigrating: Why is no TD shouting about this?

A survey conducted on behalf of the Union of Students in Ireland shows that 91% of sudents are concerned about their future and 80% intend to emigrate.

The survey, which was carried out by youth marketing agency, Generation Y through their website Oxygen.ie, shows that the most common reasons students considered emigrating include better job opportunities abroad and students not being able to secure a job in their field of study.

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