Ireland has seen 2K job cuts across 15 tracked rounds since January 2020 — roughly 0.1% of all layoffs in our global dataset. The last 12 months alone saw 300 layoffs.
Our dataset tracks 1,507 job cuts across 15 layoff rounds in Ireland since January 2020. This includes government filings, corporate disclosures, and verified news reports.
Which industries are cutting most in Ireland?+
Social Media leads in Ireland layoffs. Scroll up to the industries breakdown for a full picture of which sectors are cutting deepest.
Where does Ireland layoff data come from?+
Our IE data is sourced from mandatory government filings (WARN Act notices for employers over 100 workers), corporate disclosures (SEC 8-K filings, annual reports), and verified news reporting from 40+ trusted outlets. See our methodology for full verification standards.
Are Ireland layoffs rising or falling?+
The last 12 months show 300 layoffs in our dataset. The stat cards above compare the current 12-month period to the prior year — check the trend indicators for direction.
Can I use Ireland layoff data in my article or research?+
Yes. Stats and visualizations on this site can be cited with attribution to the SIVL. For raw data access or embeddable charts, see our embed page or methodology.
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