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AI likely slows youth employment growth in Ireland
In Ireland, a report from the Expert Group on Future Skills Needs indicates that AI may be contributing to a slowdown in youth employment. Employment growth for those aged 15 to 24 has been flat for two years and contracted last year, while overall employment grew by 2.2%. The report suggests that AI's impact on job losses is uncertain, but it is likely affecting youth employment.

Updated Aug 25, 2026 First published Aug 24, 2026