The Republic has placed 17th out of 34 counties in a study analysing progress for women leaders.

Although up from its 23rd place ranking in 2006 when the survey first started, Ireland falls behind the likes of Sweden, Iceland and Norway which occupy the top three spots. The top 10 is rounded out by Spain, Belgium and the UK.

More information: https://www.irishtimes.com/business/work/ireland-placed-17th-out-of-34-countries-for-female-leadership-survey-finds-1.3708435