This mix of financial access and financial education provides a foundation for appropriate market conduct and prudential regulation. Improving individuals’ financial behaviour is a long-term policy priority. Financial education needs to commence early and continue through adulthood.
Today's event brings together a wide range of participants to discuss these important topics, not just academics and policy-makers but also representatives of commercial banks, international organisations, the public sector, industry groupings and economic commentators. The day will be divided into two sessions, the first dealing with the Irish economy and the second with the euro-area economy.