Labour’s Aodhán Ó Riordáin TD has today slammed Sinn Féin for their inconsistency on climate issues following the recent split within Sinn Féin over EU nature restoration law.. Deputy Ó Riordáin said “It’s alarming to witness Sinn Féin MEP voting against critical legislation aimed at nature restoration, while simultaneously hearing accolades from another Sinn Féin…

Labour’s Senator Mark Wall in Kildare South is calling on Government to support Labour’s Seanad motion tomorrow February 28th. The motion calls for a significant increase in policing numbers to tackle pressing concerns in our communities. Senator Wall said “Sufficient Garda presence is crucial to the well-being and safety of our communities. Community Policing model…

Labour European candidate for Ireland South Niamh Hourigan said the EPP continues to talk out of both sides of its mouth on climate. Welcoming the passage of the Nature Restoration Law in the EU Parliament today, Hourigan said we need decisive and inclusive action on the climate and biodiversity emergencies. Niamh Hourigan said: “The passing…

Labour’s Senator Annie Hoey welcomes the Health (Termination of Pregnancy Services)(Safe Access Zones) Bill 2023 going before the Seanad today. Senator Hoey said “The introduction of Safe Access Zones is a crucial step towards safeguarding the dignity and safety of women seeking reproductive healthcare services. No one should have to endure intimidation or harassment when…

Labour TD Alan Kelly said: “The situation surrounding acute care in the Mid West is the worst I have ever seen. It simply can’t continue. The public have lost confidence with the Government to deal with it. “With the record levels of overcrowding people in North Tipperary are now refusing point blank to go to…

Labour justice spokesperson Aodhán Ó Ríordáin said the Justice Minister is failing to adequately resource and future plan for An Garda Síochána. Deputy Ó Ríordáin said: “There are unprecedented numbers resigning from An Garda Síochána, the Minister is failing to attract new recruits to Templemore and now we learn that 6,417 Gardaí are set to…

Labour’s Senator Annie Hoey condemns the government’s inaction following the publication of the latest housing figures for January 2024, which lay bare the harsh impact of the ongoing housing crisis.  Senator Hoey said,  “The scale of the housing crisis is touching almost every person in this country. A staggering 13,351 people accessing emergency accommodation, over…

Labour’s housing Spokesperson Ivana Bacik TD was today reacting to the Daft Report published today which found advertised rents up 6.8% in 2023. Deputy Bacik said: “Today’s Daft Report underscores the urgent need for government intervention in Ireland’s rental sector. Despite a marginal slowdown in the rate of increase, the reality remains grim for renters…