Carlow ranked as the second best town for hybrid working - according to new study!
Carlow was listed as the second best town for hybrid working due to reliable broadband and access to transport
New research by Switcher.ie has revealed the best Irish towns and cities for work-life balance. The study is based on data such as; access to local amenities like primary schools, major supermarkets and leisure centres, services like broadband speed and mobile coverage, proximity to green spaces and transport routes, plus house prices and crime rates.
Carlow has been ranked as twelfth in the list of towns for a perfect work-life balance, boasting fast broadband speeds, more affordable homes and access to bus routes and transport links.
Carlow was also listed as the second best town for hybrid working - with reliable broadband and access to transport. Galway was the best place for hybrid working while Mullingar came in third place.
The Work-Life Balance Act 2023 was introduced by the government last year. New legislation which gives employees the right to request remote work carer's leave and other flexible arrangements is expected by the end of 2024.
32% of the national workforce worked from home at least one day a week during 2022, Ireland is seeing an increase in a flexible workforce.
Cavan was ranked the best place to enjoy the great outdoors and stay healthy while Ballina was ranked the best place to balance work with family.
Longford was the cheapest town, and Newbridge was noted as the safest.