Picturesque Cobh ranks among the top 20 cities for work-life balance.Photo: Discover Ireland
Considering factors such as local service provision, hybrid working possibilities, family life and leisure, County Cork has its fair share of cities with great work-life balance.
Energy supply comparison site Switcher.ie recently published its top rankings for the best work-life balance in Ireland, with Cobh, Mallow and Carrigaline in County Cork all featuring in the top 20 list, with Cobh in 15th place and Mallow in 16th place. First, Carrigaline entered. In 17th place.
Cobh and Carrigaline are in the top five safest towns to live and work.
A number of factors were considered when researching the list, including house prices, crime rates, broadband speeds, 5G mobile coverage, sports facilities and leisure centres.
Other important factors are nearby cafes and coffee shops, major supermarkets, green spaces such as national parks and gardens, primary schools, GP surgeries, main roads and bus stops.
The Work-Life Balance Act 2023 was introduced by the Irish government last year, giving employees the right to request remote or flexible working.
The Irish website has determined that a good work-life balance is essential to maintaining a healthy and happy life.
Improve your quality of life by reducing stressors like long commutes to work and school, high housing costs, and doing more things that make you feel good, like spending time outdoors, going to the gym, and chatting over lunch. can be improved.