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Rethink Ireland: Ireland Is Experiencing A "She-Cession"

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Lockdowns have had a significant impact on women’s jobs, incomes and household responsibilities.

Ireland is experiencing its first "she-cession".

New research from Rethink Ireland finds lockdown's had a significant impact on women’s jobs, incomes and household responsibilities.

Increased childcare duties meant women experienced difficulties progressing their education or returning to work due to caring for their families.

Deirdre Mortell, CEO of Rethink Ireland, says differences are emerging between the sexes

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