Cost of living among top political issue for many voters

The cost of living is the top political issue for many voters ahead of the upcoming general election, according to a survey by an online recruitment firm.

The cost of living is the top political issue for many voters ahead of the upcoming general election, according to a survey by an online recruitment firm.

Elsewhere, around half of respondents to the questionnaire by RecruitIreland.com said they would accept an increase in taxes in return for a better healthcare system.

The survey found that broken promises have fuelled a lack of support for the Government and 75% of respondents believe politicians in general are out of touch with reality.

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