Dublin people more optimistic about personal finances
There has been a major fall in financial confidence over the past few months for those living outside Dublin, whilst confidence amongst those living in the capital has remained static. According to research from Ipsos, compared to the first three months of 2008, the proportion thinking their personal circumstances will improve over the next year has fallen by 10% amongst those living outside Dublin (from 33% to 23%), whilst remaining broadly the same within Dublin (falling from 42% to 39%).