New Eurobarometer survey shows record high trust in the EU: Irish people most optimistic about its future

The latest Eurobarometer released today reveals the highest level of trust in the European Union since 2007 and the highest-ever support for the euro. The survey also shows that Europeans have a more optimistic view about the future. They would like to see a stronger and more independent EU, especially in the face of the current global challenges.

Trust in the EU is at its highest level in 17 years

51% of Europeans tend to trust the EU, the highest result since 2007. Trust in the EU is highest among the young people aged 15-24 (59%). In another 17 year-record, 51% of Europeans said they trust the European Commission.

Almost three quarters of respondents (74%) say they feel citizens of the EU, the highest level in more than two decades. In addition, more than six in ten EU citizens (61%) are also optimistic about the future of the EU.

Irish people are most optimistic about the future of the EU with Ireland sharing the top level of optimism of 77% with Poland. Irish support for the Euro is also among the highest at 89%, the same levels as in the Netherlands and Estonia and only one percent short of the staunchest supporters of the single currency in Luxembourg at 90%.

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Full press release

Standard Eurobarometer 102

Factsheet for Ireland