Advertisement

"Our public finances appear much stronger than they fundamently are"

The Irish economy looks set to register strong growth again in 2019 with GDP likely to increase b...

Share this article

17.54 12 Dec 2019


"Our public finances appear much stronger than they fundamently are"


Listen to this episode


Share this article

17.54 12 Dec 2019


The Irish economy looks set to register strong growth again in 2019 with GDP likely to increase by almost 6 per cent in the current year. While certain multinational related transactions are distorting the headline figures, the large increase in taxation receipts and the continued strong performance of the Irish labour market means the underlying economy is performing well.  Well to take a look ahead to the coming years finances, Professor Alan Barrett CEO of ESRI joined Ivan in studio.


Read more about

CEO Of ESRI GDP Irish Economy Irish GDP Growth Professor Alan Barrett Taxation

Related Episodes

Touring through Ireland’s Nati...

00:11:15

Touring through Ireland’s National Heritage Park

The Hard Shoulder Highlights

00:11:15


What Gaelic Games mean to the...

00:14:41

What Gaelic Games mean to the people of Wexford

The Hard Shoulder Highlights

00:14:41


Picking Wexford strawberries -...

00:12:12

Picking Wexford strawberries - Henry McKean Reports

The Hard Shoulder Highlights

00:12:12


What is the life of a Conducto...

00:06:24

What is the life of a Conductor like?

The Hard Shoulder Highlights

00:06:24