Title: Country statement submitted by the government of Ireland.

POPLINE Document Number: 101387

Corporate Author(s):

Ireland

Source citation:

In: European Population Conference / Conference Europeenne sur la Population. Proceedings / Actes. Volume 2. 23-26 March 1993, Geneva, Switzerland / 23-26 mars 1993, Geneve, Suisse, [compiled by] United Nations. Economic Commission for Europe, Council of Europe, United Nations Population Fund [UNFPA]. Strasbourg, France, Council of Europe, 1994. :195-7.

Abstract:

Ireland's government considers that population size, growth, and structure are reflected in policies to secure a reasonable standard of living and to guarantee rights in the case of unemployment, disability, sickness, or old age. In 1992, legislation established family planning services through health services. Guidelines have been issued on sex and family life education. The Health Department has a comprehensive health promotion program for improving health status, for targeting specific groups and illnesses, and encouraging healthier life styles. Maternity benefits to those with insurable employment are available for 70% of wages, and tax benefits are available to low-income earners. Ireland supports the full and equal participation of women in the development process and agrees with the European Community's guidelines on family planning programs. A first-time contribution to the UN Population Fund was made in 1993, and further contributions are under consideration.

Keywords:

Ireland
Summary Report
Conferences and Congresses
UN
Population Growth
Age Distribution
Population Policy
Family Policy
Social Welfare
International Cooperation
Fertility
Mortality
Health
Developed Countries
Europe, Western
Europe
International Agencies
Organizations
Population Dynamics
Demographic Factors
Population
Age Factors
Population Characteristics
Social Policy
Policy
Economic Factors