Irish vice president criticizes Budget 2025 for neglecting youth issues, as 70% of young people consider leaving Ireland.

Nathan Murphy, a vice president at the Union of Students in Ireland, criticizes the upcoming Budget 2025 for failing to address young people’s issues, including housing, education, and transportation. According to research, over 70% of young people aged 18-24 are considering leaving Ireland due to a better quality of life abroad. Murphy urges young people to vote and engage with political parties that prioritize their needs. Kathryn Walsh from the National Youth Council of Ireland emphasizes the need for politicians to listen to young people’s concerns about housing and the cost of living.

November 18, 2024
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