Dublin attracts the majority of foreign direct investment (FDI) attention in Ireland, receiving 2,275 site visits from the IDA over the past decade. In comparison, neighboring regions such as Meath and Wicklow saw only 34 and 29 visits, demonstrating a stark contrast in investment focus. Despite Dublin being one of the most expensive cities in Europe, it is still heavily promoted by the Government for multinational companies. The IDA's figures indicate a decline in FDI job distribution outside Dublin, with 55% of jobs now compared to 60% a decade earlier.
Dublin received 2,275 site visits from the IDA in the past decade, while Meath and Wicklow only got 34 and 29, respectively, highlighting regional neglect.
Despite the high cost of living in Dublin, it remains a government priority for multinational companies, overshadowing regional development.
The IDA reports that 55% of FDI jobs are in companies outside Dublin, down from 60% a decade ago, indicating a concerning trend.
Fianna Fáil TD Malcom Byrne criticizes the IDA for not adequately addressing why foreign investment isn't more evenly distributed across regions.
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