News – The Labour PartyLabour Dublin Bay North TD Aodhán Ó Ríordáin has called on Minister Coveney to call Iceland to heel following the disgraceful treatment of workers. Deputy Ó Ríordáin said: “A ridiculous situation has occurred at Iceland stores across Dublin. Workers have been treated absolutely disgracefully by the company and it’s time for…

News – The Labour PartyLabour TD Ged Nash has said that legislation to disregard historic convictions for consensual sexual activity between men must be enacted before the end of 2023. Deputy Nash said: “I started this process with Labour Party colleagues with the 2016 Convictions for Certain Sexual Offences (Apology & Exoneration) Bill. “The first…

News – The Labour PartyLabour justice spokesperson Aodhán Ó Ríordáin has expressed his deep concern at the rise in contacts to Women’s Aid support services. Deputy Ó Ríordáin said: “The Women’s Aid report published today casts a stark light on the depth and breadth of domestic violence incidents throughout the country. It’s clear that there…

News – The Labour PartyResponding to revelations that just half of eligible renters have registered for the tax relief scheme for renters’, Labour Leader and Spokesperson for Housing Ivana Bacik TD has said that the low uptake exposes the shallowness of Government schemes which are mooted as panaceas for renters. She compared the disappointing figures…

News – The Labour Party Universal childcare crucial for economic equality Labour leader Ivana Bacik has criticised comments made by Taoiseach Leo Varadkar on cutting childcare costs. Deputy Bacik said: “The Taoiseach has poured cold water over cuts to childcare fees in Budget 2024, despite working parents crying out for financial help and support as…

News – The Labour PartyLabour workers’ rights spokesperson Marie Sherlock has urged meaningful engagement from Government with retained firefighters in the Labour Court to avoid an all out strike on Tuesday. Senator Sherlock said: “It’s welcome news that the parties will meet in the Labour Court in Monday. There is a lot riding on the…

News – The Labour PartyLabour sports spokesperson Mark Wall has urged Government to progress Labour Party legislation to ban all gambling ads. Senator Wall said: “The move by the Guardian to ban gambling ads is hugely welcome and the right thing to do. “In print, broadcast, on social media, people are bombarded with gambling ads…

News – The Labour PartyLabour workers’ rights spokesperson Marie Sherlock has branded it as shameful that many cleaners, catering, security and other staff in public hospitals have yet to receive their pandemic bonus payment. Senator Sherlock said: “The utter disregard of Fine Gael, Fianna Fáil and the Green Party towards low-paid workers is outrageous. It…