asked the Minister for Health if he will state the total estimated population of Ireland on 30th June, 1946, and 1947, under the headings of (a) male; (b) female; also if he will state for the same periods (c) excess of births over deaths and (d) balance of passenger movement (inward and outward).
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Population Statistics.
The information required has been prepared in the form of a tabular statement which, with the permission of the Ceann Comhairle, will be circulated with the Official Report.
The following is the information required:—
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Estimated Population (in thousands) |
Excess Births over Deaths |
Balance (outward) of Passenger movement |
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Males |
Females |
Total |
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30th June, 1946 |
1,499 |
1,464 |
2,963 |
26,125 |
1,847 |
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30th June, 1947 |
1,503 |
1,469 |
2,972 |
23,853 |
14,373 |