Of all the successful industries in Ireland, it is gambling which forms one of the cornerstones of the Irish economy. Over 6,500 people are employed throughout the country, working in gambling shops and race tracks, with a further 1,000 being employed in head office-based roles. As with many other countries, Ireland has a rich history of gambling, especially when it comes to national sports such as hurling, and in recent years this is an industry which has grown at breakneck speed. Let’s look a little further into what the love affair with Ireland and gambling is all about. Going Online …