Labour Leader Ivana Bacik TD has welcomed the news that the National Treasury Management Agency (NTMA) has confirmed divestment from investments in some companies that have activities in the occupied Palestinian territory. Deputy Bacik said, “The relentless violence and suffering endured by the people of Gaza demands urgent international attention. It is heartening to see…

“The decision of Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly to close Nenagh’s New Community Nursing Home and privatise it is one of the most disgraceful decisions I’ve seen a Health Minister impose on a local community. “The people of North Tipperary were screwed when Fianna Fáil closed Nenagh’s A&E and ICU in 2009 while reconfiguration never…

Labour’s Ireland South Candidate Niamh Hourigan was speaking today following reports that Spain will recognise Palestinian statehood by July. Niamh Hourigan said: “We commend the Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez for his courageous decision to recognise Palestinian statehood by July. As a leader within the Party of European Socialists, his commitment sets a crucial precedent…

Labour’s Senator Rebecca Moynihan today sounded the alarm on the childcare crisis gripping Ireland. As reported by The Independent, less than 35% of areas across the country currently have creche places available, and in some places parents are facing up to three years of waiting. Senator Moynihan said, “The government is burying its head in…

Labour’s Senator Mark Wall has slammed the government’s ineffective response to dealing with the issue of vacant and derelict buildings. As in many aspects of this Government’s record on housing, the approach to vacancy and dereliction has been abysmal. It has been marked by short-termism – not effective action. “Instead of decisive action, the Government…

Labour’s Health Spokesperson Duncan Smith TD has today on World Autism Awareness Day has called on Government to implement a National Autism Strategy and address the excessive waiting periods for autism assessment services. Deputy Smith said “The current waiting times for autism assessments are nothing short of a national scandal. Early intervention is paramount for…

Does Simon Harris believe paying tax is important? Labour justice spokesperson Aodhán Ó Ríordáin has called out Simon Harris for seeking the vote of convicted criminal Michael Lowry TD Tuesday week in the Dáil. Deputy Ó Ríordáin said: “Simon Harris looks set to utterly debase the office of An Taoiseach before he even steps in…

Labour leader and housing spokesperson Ivana Bacik has called for the rapid introduction of legislation to curb short-term letting, including platforms like AirBnB. Deputy Bacik said: “Last night’s Prime Time once again highlighted the impact short term lets are having on the housing market. In Kilkee, Co.Clare, where I spent many years living as a…