A new study has revealed that Laois has been named Ireland’s hardest-working county, taking the top spot in the national Hard-Working Index.
The research, from leading business utility consultants Procure.ie, analysed the latest figures from the Central Statistics Office (CSO) for their findings.
They compared how far people travel to work, how long those journeys take, and how many people are unemployed in each county.
These factors were combined to produce a score ranking every county in Ireland from hardest to least hard-working.
Laois earned a score of 271.5, reflecting both long commute distances and strong employment levels.
The findings highlight the commitment and work ethic of local residents, who spend longer on the road than most counties to get to work.
Simon Lawlor, Chief Operating Officer at Procure.ie commented on the research: “This research highlights the effort and commitment shown by people across Ireland every day.
“Counties like Laois and Meath stand out for their long commutes and strong employment levels, showing the dedication that keeps our economy moving.
“Behind that effort are businesses working just as hard to manage costs and support their teams.
“At Procure.ie, we help those businesses save on one of their biggest expenses, energy, so they can focus their resources on growth and their people.”
Top 10 Hardest Working Counties in Ireland
- Laois – 271.5
- Meath – 266.6
- Leitrim – 249.0
- Wicklow – 244.2
- Westmeath – 243.9
- Roscommon – 243.8
- Offaly – 242.2
- Cavan – 240.9
- Kildare – 239.9
- Longford – 229.9
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