The Economics of Population and Labour
Economics · 6th Year · Sustainable Economics and Economic Evaluation · 4.º Período

The Economics of Population and Labour

Analysing demographic trends in Ireland, including migration, aging populations, and their impact on the labour market and public finances.

NCCA Curriculum SpecificationsLeaving Certificate Economics LO 2.1Leaving Certificate Economics LO 5.6

About This Topic

Analysing demographic trends in Ireland, including migration, aging populations, and their impact on the labour market and public finances.

Key Questions

  1. How does an aging population impact government expenditure on healthcare and pensions?
  2. What are the economic benefits and challenges of inward migration?
  3. How is the gig economy changing the Irish labour market?

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