News – The Labour PartyResponding to news that SIPTU, Fórsa, and the INMO have served fresh pay claims on employers in the community and voluntary sector, Labour health spokesperson Duncan Smith TD has demanded a pay rise for workers in the sector. Deputy Smith said: “Community and voluntary workers care for the most vulnerable people…

News – The Labour PartyLabour leader and housing spokesperson Ivana Bacik has urged Government to extend the eviction ban in the context of the HAP analysis carried out by the Simon Communities. Deputy Bacik said: “There has been a fundamental lack of commitment to social housing under this conservative coalition. It is ideology, not the…

News – The Labour PartyLabour education spokesperson Aodhán Ó Ríordáin said providing universal school meals is crucial to giving every child a fair start. Deputy Ó Ríordáin said Government must put forward a comprehensive package of ‘Back to School’ measures this September for families struggling with the cost of living. Deputy Ó Riordáin said: “Earlier…

News – The Labour PartyLabour leader and housing spokesperson Ivana Bacik has urged Government to extend the eviction ban due to expire on 31st March. Speaking in advance of the Raise the Roof rally at Leinster House today (March 30th) Deputy Bacik said the Labour Party would be happy to facilitate the Dáil sitting throughout Easer…

News – The Labour Party Statutory inquiry into Defence Force culture must be up and running before Oireachtas recess Labour leader Ivana Bacik has called on Government to outline the protections in place across State institutions to prevent institutional abuse, such as that exposed by the Women of Honour in the Defence Forces. During Leaders’…

News – The Labour Party Calls for end to 3 day wait period Establishment of an Oireachtas committee would be wasteful Labour Senator and member of the Oireachtas Health Committee Annie Hoey has demanded immediate publication of the review of Ireland’s abortion law. Senator Hoey said the foot dragging on reviewing the operation of abortion…

News – The Labour PartyLabour defence spokesperson Mark Wall said the review into the culture of gender-based violence, harassment and bullying in the Defence Forces is devastating and demands immediate and profound changes within the Forces. Senator Wall said: “Firstly, I want to reiterate my praise to the Women of Honour who bravely came forward…

News – The Labour Party Calls on all members of Dáil Éireann to vote to extend the eviction ban Urges fast-tracking of Labour’s Renters’ Rights Bill 2021 to tackle inequities for tenants Speaking in advance of a Labour Party motion of no confidence in this Government over persistent and consistent failures in housing, Labour leader…