Ireland has issued an impressive 27,181 work permits between January and August 2024, reflecting a significant rise in demand for foreign workers across various industries.
- Top Sectors: The health and social work sector received the largest number of permits, with 9,125 issued.
- Other sectors that saw high demand include information and communication (4,628) and agriculture, forestry, and fishing (2,533).
- Strong July: July experienced a sharp increase in permits granted, making it a key month in the permit issuance process.
- February, however, had the highest overall numbers.
- New Employment Law: Ireland introduced new employment legislation in September 2024, aimed at addressing labor shortages in key sectors.
- The new law provides a seasonal employment permit, allowing non-European Economic Area (EEA) nationals to take temporary roles in industries like agriculture.
- Labor Shortages Driving Demand: Ireland is currently facing labor shortages in several fields, such as healthcare, information technology, engineering, and other specialized sectors.
- These shortages have fueled the need for more foreign workers, reflected in the surge of work permits.
- Future Trends: The continued rise in permits suggests that Ireland will remain a top destination for skilled and semi-skilled workers, particularly in sectors grappling with talent shortages.
Ireland’s proactive response to labor shortages, including its new employment laws, shows its commitment to meeting workforce needs while opening doors to foreign talent.
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