What's up with Ireland?

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Orla C

At the moment we're going through an economic slowdown in Ireland, so coming here might not be the best idea right now, but don't rule it out.

Interracial families are becoming more and more common here, but you will get comments, especially from older people in more rural settings. That said, not all of those comments will be nasty, they will just be commenting on the fact that you and your partner are from different races. Then most of the them will leave it alone. And the one or two that are left are more like to be too embarrassed to say anything that could be construed as racist.

East County Cork might be an option, or close to Waterford city. But I would suggest waiting a bit before committing yourself. Ireland is expensive compared to other countries. And the people are quite friendly, who told you they weren't? Who said the crime rate was bad? It's no worse than anyplace else, and far safer than either the US or Britain.

Podge and Rodge Tribute Band

Our friend Mr Digipics is spot on.
If you could tell us where there's a Shangri-La in this tired old world of ours we'd be on the first plane there. Reports of negativity have been greatly exaggerated. The crime rate is still relatively low especially in rural areas. The crime rate in our major cities would be no better or worse than other cities their size.
The young wans are relatively well behaved. Sher you'd get the odd gurrier here and there but sher isn't it the same everywhere? Dublin is very expensive but you can still get a bit of value in rural Ireland especially for the pint of plain and the half one.
The weather stinks but sher what do ya want us to do, fly a plane up and disperse the clouds? If we could we would!

Misty Blue

If Ireland's so bad how come we consistently top polls for being the happiest country?I live in Donegal and have sons in Dublin,we're all pretty content,make a good living,like where we live.Soul sucking black hole!PMSL.Where on earth did you hear that one,lol!
Ireland has the same sort of problems as any modern society and we certainly aren't anywhere near as bad as most other countries.There's still an abundance of friendly people in every corner of Ireland and really you shouldn't knock it till you try it,you might be pleasantly surprised.
The weather? O.K. I'll give you that one.The weather sucks. :)

Ella's MamaÃ

your picking the wrong time to move. Ireland is going through a recession at the moment. What negative things were you told? how can we tell you if they are true or not if we dont know what they are!

kellyyy

It depends where in Ireland you want to live really.

barbara b

Its the same as any other european country. You get racism everywhere, but I can't imagine interracial couples with a cappucino baby, being a major issue.

It depends on what skills you cann bring to the work force. It's very competitive and hard at the moment to find work.

Crime is not that bad, it is expensive, and people are friendly, but cautious with strangers.

Your child would love it here, and I'm sure if you can find work, you'd love it too. I would say Cork, or Waterford , just like Orla C said.

I am from Dublin.,and I enjoy living here, but then my family is from here.

I travelled the world, and found a joy in Irish society not found in other countries. Unless you've been away, it's hard to notice. especially when times are tough, and the government enjoy screwing the country.

Like a Fox

It can depend on the area, if your looking into a rural area then crime and rampant teenagers will not be as much as a problem, it's when you get closer to the city that it gets quite bad. Obviously ireland is expensive and will only get worse during the recession so it may be best to wait a while before you move.
You should look into the southern counties and see what they have to offer.

dollymix (now geeky for a month)

What negative things? Well it is an expensive country. If you want to live someplace good for young families, there are rural towns, not all of Ireland is one big city.

And take any notice to the answerer above me. He's probably on something.

magidge

I'm Irish living abroad for some 8 years. It saddens me to say you to strongly rethink your decision. Dublin should be avoided at all cost and whist there are still some beautiful places to visit and see, the Celtic Tiger has destroyed the country.
"...all is changed
changed utterly
a terrible beauty is born" Easter 1916 W.B Yeats
Although written in 1922, how apt it is for the Ireland of today.

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