The Labour Party has called on Government to introduce an Emergency Empty Homes fund to bring vacant and derelict homes into supply before year end. Commenting on the measure, Labour leader and housing spokesperson Ivana Bacik said: “Ireland needs a radical change in housing policy. In the context of the housing disaster brought about by…

The Labour Party has today launched it’s Alternative Budget offering a new vision for building an Ireland that works for all. Labour is offering a clear vision of what people want: financial supports for a decent standard of living right now, and investment to create a better Ireland for us all into the future. Labour’s…

Labour spokesperson on Climate Senator Rebecca Moynihan has called on the Government to deliver Labour’s Cycling Package in Budget 2024. Encouraging active travel is central to reducing emissions and the number of cars on our roads. Labour’s Cycling Package is a comprehensive set of proposals which can be taken in the budget that would make…

The Labour Party will launch its Alternative Budget today (October 5th) at 1:30pm in its Head Office on Aungier Street. Among the measures to be announced today, the Labour Party will propose the provision of a free medical screening and mental health assessment to every person over 18. Speaking about the measure, Labour health spokesperson…

Minister Harris and Minister Donnelly must work together to bring vacant HSE properties into supply Speaking during Leaders’ Questions today, Labour Leader and Housing Spokesperson Ivana Bacik condemned the Government for their failure to tackle effectively the “civil rights issue of this generation” – the housing crisis. Deputy Bacik said: “The housing crisis is the…

Government must heed the calls from USI and take action to support students Labour spokesperson on Higher Education, Senator Annie Hoey has today (Wednesday 4th October) said the escalating student accommodation crisis and the soaring cost-of-living for students must be addressed in Budget 2024 Senator Hoey: “I stand in solidarity with the USI and support…

Labour’s spokesperson on Children and Youth Affairs, Seán Sherlock TD has said that it is vital that all sides work together to reduce fees for childcare in Ireland. Speaking in the Dáil on Tuesday night, Deputy Sherlock called on all stakeholders to collaborate and ensure professional pay levels for child care staff. Deputy Sherlock said:…

Government must ensure demands are met  Strike action likely from 17th October Labour health spokesperson Duncan Smith said he is deeply concerned at the failure of Government to make progress for care workers. In advance of planned strike action October 17th, Deputy Smith said families who rely on these workers will be devastated if Government…