News – The Labour Party ESRI figures should act as a warning to Government Senator Mark Wall, Labour Party Senator in Kildare South, has responded to the new figures from the ERSI that indicate gambling addiction is a far worse problem than previously believed. The ERSI estimates that 1-in-30 adults in Ireland suffer from problem…

News – The Labour PartyThe 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…

News – The Labour PartyThe 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…

News – The Labour PartyLabour 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…

News – The Labour PartyThe 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…

News – The Labour Party 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:…

News – The Labour Party 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…

News – The Labour PartyLabour’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…