Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 11 July 2024
184. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment to indicate the number of jobs created in the manufacturing sector in each of the past five years to date in 2024; the future expectations for the continuation of the trend; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30835/24]
Amharc ar fhreagraTable 1 shows employment in the manufacturing sector In Ireland for the years 2018-2023. In the five year period since 2018 total employment has increased by 38,100 jobs to reach 287,800 jobs in 2023. Data for 2024 is not yet available.
Table 1: Employment in Manufacturing - 2018- 2023, €000s
|
2018 |
2019 |
2020 |
2021 |
2022 |
2023 |
Change 2018-2023 |
|
|
Sector C Manufacturing |
249.8 |
255.7 |
263.8 |
282.9 |
289.1 |
287.8 |
38.1 |
Source: CSO, Labour Force Survey
The Labour Force Survey (LFS) is the official source of estimates of employment in the State.
The strong growth in employment in recent years reflects the continuing success of Ireland’s enterprise policy in sustaining and expending employment. To ensure that this momentum is maintained, my Department published the White Paper on Enterprise in December 2022, which sets out Government`s enterprise policy for the period through to 2030. The White Paper on Enterprise details how we will deliver on our ambition of a vibrant, resilient, regionally balanced and sustainable economy made up of a diversified mix of leading global companies, internationally competitive Irish enterprises and thriving local businesses. In particular, it seeks to ensure the continued creation of rewarding jobs and livelihoods across Ireland.
