Event Details
The Dublin Agenda series is a forward-thinking initiative designed to address the four primary megatrends that will influence Dublin's future: Deglobalisation, Demographics, Decarbonisation, and Digitalisation.
Our second event of the series will focus on Demographics and its critical impact on Dublin's labour markets. The future of work in Ireland is being shaped by demographic shifts, and this session will examine the implications for businesses and policymakers.
For Dublin to remain resilient and prosperous in the future, it is imperative that demographic trends be understood and addressed. By understanding and managing these changes, Dublin can ensure a sustainable and inclusive economy that benefits all its residents and the business community.
Time:
08:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Venue:
The Camden Court Hotel, Camden Street Lower, Dublin D02W086
Key demographic trends affecting Dublin and the difficulties facing the city's labour markets will be the main topics of our expert panel conversation, they will also discuss
- Population Growth and Ageing: Recognise how housing, healthcare, and public services are affected by Dublin's ageing and expanding population.
- Migration and Diversity: Discover the advantages and difficulties of Dublin's growing cultural diversity and migration, as well as how to implement inclusive policies.
- Labour Market Changes: Discover how demographic shifts are affecting workforce composition, skills demand, and education needs in Dublin.
- Labour Shortages: Dealing with Dublin's sector-specific labour shortages and methods for attracting and keeping talent.
- Workforce Participation: Exploring strategies to increase workforce participation among underrepresented groups and promote flexible work arrangements.
- Education and Training: Investing in lifelong learning and upskilling programs to ensure Dublin's workforce remains competitive in a rapidly changing job market.
Why Attend? By attending this event, business leaders and policymakers will gain crucial knowledge to help navigate the challenges and opportunities presented by demographic shifts.
The Dublin Agenda aims to stimulate thoughtful discussion and provide practical guidance for building a resilient and inclusive economy.
John McCarthy, Sec General and Chief Economist, Department of Finance Economic Division
John McCarthy is the Assistant Secretary General and Chief Economist for the Department of Finance Economic Division. With over twenty years of experience as an economist, he previously served as a senior economist in the Department’s macroeconomic analysis unit and within the Central Bank of Ireland. He is the Chair of the Economic Policy Committee’s output gap working group. He is also a member of the National Statistics Board, an advisor to the National Competitiveness Council, and the Irish member of the OECD’s Economic Policy Committee.