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BETTER OFF ABROAD: LONDON ***FINAL***

Better Off Abroad Image Name: Better Off Abroad Description: Better Off Abroad Series 2 Ep 2 London Copyright: RTÉ

Episode 2 London

London remains a very popular destination for the prospective emigrant. While the effects of Brexit are still to be felt, many Irish call London home. Among those George spoke to are Sean Buckley who has been working in strategic communications for 20 years and oversees a number of large-scale international accounts and campaigns. Entrepreneur Jules Coleman  who recently sold her company for a reported €32 million,  Dervla Cogan , who owns and runs  Brilliant Inc. boutique  in London’s prestigious Chelsea neighbourhood. And Robin and Sarah Gill  who own and run four successful restaurants and Phil Cusack, multi millionaire businessman and co-owner of the London Irish Rugby Club.

The Irish in London no longer work predominantly in the traditional areas of construction and hospitality. They are enjoying success at the highest levels of finance, tech and media. With the Brexit vote many Irish people are now fundamentally questioning their position in the UK. For some, as family demands and responsibilities increase, there is the ultimate question of whether they really are ‘Better off Abroad’ .