Minister welcomes strong employment growth in Mayo
Minister of State at the Department of Enterprise Alan Dillon TD has welcomed the latest figures from the Central Statistics Office, which show continued strength in Ireland’s labour market during the second quarter of 2025.
The Labour Force Survey and Monthly Unemployment Release, highlights the following: 65,700 new jobs created in the year to Q2 2025 (seasonally adjusted); total employment now stands at 2.81 million; regional growth remains strong, with 56,100 jobs created outside Dublin (+2.9%); full-time employment rose by 52,800 (+2.4%), while part-time employment increased by 10,900 (+1.9%), and that the unemployment rate in July 2025 was 4.9%, up slightly from 4.6% in June.
Minister Dillon said: “These figures are a clear sign of Ireland’s economic resilience and the success of our regional development strategy. I’m particularly encouraged by the strong employment growth outside Dublin, which reflects our commitment to balanced regional investment and opportunity.”
“In counties like Mayo, this means more families can build their futures locally, supported by quality jobs and vibrant communities. It also suggests that counties such as Mayo are contributing significantly to this growth, especially in sectors like construction, healthcare and education, which have seen notable increases.”
He added: “The government’s focus on enterprise, education, and infrastructure is paying dividends. With nearly 30,000 new jobs in the construction sector alone, we’re strengthening our capacity to deliver housing and vital public projects.
"As we prepare for Budget 2026, I will continue to advocate for policies that support job creation, rural development, and sustainable growth across the west.
The employment gains support the government’s target to create 300,000 additional jobs by 2030, as outlined in the white paper on enterprise.
"The figures also reflect strong female participation and ongoing efforts to promote flexible working, inclusion, and work-life balance.”