Sharp Rise in Work-Related Deaths in Ireland During 2025, HSA Provisional Figures Show

Provisional figures published by the Health and Safety Authority show a stark rise in workplace fatalities in Ireland during 2025, with 58 people killed in work-related incidents. This represents a 61 per cent increase on the 36 deaths recorded in 2024 and has raised serious concerns about safety standards across multiple sectors. The agricultural and construction industries were among the hardest hit, prompting renewed calls from unions and safety advocates for stronger enforcement, improved training, and urgent action to prevent further loss of life.