Work in dublin or cork

Hi I am currently working as a web developer. I also have worked as a GIS professional and a jnr cartographer.
My husband is also working in the IT field as a network techniction and few other it related things. He has recently done a course on forensic computer(forgot the name).

we are looking to move to either Dublin or Cork.

We both have EU passports, we currently are staying in South Africa.

But we also need to know the cost of living there too.

It's ridiculously expensive, especially Dublin.

Plus the country is screwed.

Steer well clear and go to England instead.

Why England?

I have been told England is rather expensive as well and is way too busy in terms of things happening around the area.

Can u recommend areas in England is good to look at?

What about Scotland?

How is the country screwed,in what way?

I wont come 2irland and work there.cn help any body. Thank

I am an It professional (network & server admin) and want to move to either Dublin or Scotland and work there in my profession. I appreciate your helping me by telling sth important so as to get my comfortable zone.

Gud