Should we worry about the Irish election?

Given the political turbulence after recent elections in Spain and Portugal, there are some concerns about the potential outcome of the Irish election, now scheduled for just three weeks’ time. But the Irish economy should be better able to cope with any hit to confidence from an unclear outcome.

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