The number of people who were unemployed increased on an annual basis by 17,600, or just over 14%, to 141,800 in the first three months of the year.
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Increase in unemployment amid drop in tech jobs - CSO
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The number of unemployed individuals in Ireland increased by 17,600, or 14%, to 141,800 in the first quarter of the year, amid a decline in tech jobs. This rise in unemployment is reported by the Central Statistics Office. The drop in tech jobs has contributed to the overall increase in unemployment. The data reflects the current labor market trends in the country.