Finola Kennedy
Dr. Finola Kennedy is a prominent Irish economist and author known for her insightful analysis of family dynamics and social change in Ireland. With notable works such as 'Cottage to Creche: Family Change in Ireland' and 'Local Matters: Parish, Local Government and Community in Ireland,' Kennedy has contributed significantly to the understanding of how economic and cultural shifts influence family structures. Her research often explores the interplay between women's roles in the workforce and the evolving landscape of motherhood and family life in contemporary Ireland.
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Finola Kennedy wrote an excellent book titled Local Matters.
Why is Ireland so badly governed? Here’s why... – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2026-01-20
Dr Finola Kennedy was the first woman to receive a PhD in economics at UCD and has authored several books.
Sixty years after Fine Gael’s Just Society document, is Ireland any fairer? – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-07
Dr Finola Kennedy was lecturer in economics at UCD when appointed to the Second Commission on the Status of Women set up by Charles Haughey.
Is it time to acknowledge the legislative achievements of Charles Haughey? – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-06
Dr Finola Kennedy is a mother and an economist who has authored several books on family change in Ireland.
How the two-income mortgage marked a turning point in Irish family life – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-03-30