The latest CSO Suvery on Income and Living Conditions found it went from 14% in 2018 to 12.8% last year.
Under 30 percent of lone parents are at risk of poverty, which is a drop of nearly 4%.
The CSO says it can't forecast what impact COVID-19 measures will have on poverty rates in Ireland as this latest study was conducted before the pandemic which led to lockdowns and subsequent job losses.
Lakers Is Back! Bigger, Brighter and Rebuilt.
Cue the celebrations! Lakers Sports & Social Club is marking the official completion of its rebuild and an exciting new chapter.
Dublin Marathon Pioneer Arklow’s Mary Nolan Hickey To Present Cup That Bears Her Name
Mary Nolan Hickey, who ran the first Dublin Marathon in 1980, will present the cup to the women’s elite winner on Sunday
Eight Wicklow Short Stories Heading For Greystones Red Carpet
The 5th Wicklow Stories Film Festival has announced its Official Selection, with live screenings at the Whale Theatre next month.
Hollywood .......Wicklow Is The Setting For “Failed Heist” Music Video
Irish filmmaker who moved to Hollywood, Los Angeles, has come home to shoot a “failed heist” music video in the Wicklow village that shares its name.
Caution Urged On The Coast As Storm Austen Approaches
Swimmers are advised to avoid entering the water in stormy weather, or when strong winds, waves or currents make conditions unsafe.
11:00am - 3:00pm
Bank Holiday Monday On The Coast
Light rain
High: 17°C | Low: 9°C
Light rain
High: 17°C | Low: 9°C
Light rain
High: 17°C | Low: 8°C
Light rain
High: 17°C | Low: 8°C
Heavy Rain
High: 17°C | Low: 8°C
