Ireland's career guidance system and policies were evaluated. The review team that met with policymakers and guidance practitioners in the public and private sectors, analyzed data from a national questionnaire, and reviewed pertinent documentation. The evaluation focused on the following areas: a better balance of services within schools; more integrated and coordinated approaches to career information and to the skills, qualifications, and careers of practitioners; a more targeted approach to targets and resourcing; and improved steering, governance, and coordination. Ireland's career guidance system was found to have numerous strengths in the area of moving closer to a lifelong approach in the provision of career information, guidance, and counseling services. Its legislative base is solid, the climate favors initiative and experimentation, the profession is committed, and the services provided are generally well received. The review team concluded that Ireland's career guidance system needs the following things: an improved information base is needed to help steer the development of services; improved coordination among key stakeholders; and a more diverse approach to delivery that makes more extensive use of community resources, information and computer technology, experience, and curriculum delivery. The following items are appended: a list of review team members; the review visit schedule; and a summary of suggestions and recommendations. (Contains 36 footnotes.) (MN)