News – The Labour PartyWith the potential massive hike in energy costs arising out of the Ukraine offensive and associated sanctions, Labour social protection spokesperson Sean Sherlock has demanded the reinstatement of the energy moratorium. Deputy Sherlock said: “We already know energy prices are soaring and that electricity and gas suppliers have already implemented multiple…

News – The Labour Party • Results of Ireland Thinks poll shows 71% believe in right to flexible work • 81% of women want the right to flexible work • 81% of young people call for the right to flexible work At a roundtable meeting of stakeholder groups, including the National Women’s Council, ICTU, SPARK,…

News – The Labour Party• Govt on backfoot with biggest workplace advancement • Workers must be given priority in any govt intervention Labour employment spokesperson Marie Sherlock has this morning expressed concern about government’s proposed air miles subsidy. In advance of publishing employee-first flexible work legislation this week, Senator Sherlock said the proposed subsidy to…

News – The Labour PartyLabour TD for Dublin Bay North Aodhán Ó Ríordáin has today (Monday, 21st February) sharply criticised the Government for refusing to commit to a Citizens’ Assembly on Drugs until at least next year. Deputy Ó Ríordáin said: “Less than two short weeks ago (Wednesday, 9th February) I asked the Taoiseach if…

News – The Labour PartyLabour Party TD Brendan Howlin has expressed his condolences on behalf of the Labour Party to the family, friends and colleagues of the Wexford Council worker who tragically lost his life working to clear debris caused by Storm Eunice. Deputy Howlin said: “We are all saddened and shocked to hear the…

News – The Labour PartyLabour Senator, and Further and Higher Education spokesperson, Annie Hoey, has today (Friday, 18th February) said Minister for Further and Higher Education, Simon Harris must ensure that the successes and gains of remote learning are bedded down post pandemic. Speaking in the Seanad this week, Senator Hoey said the benefits experienced…

News – The Labour Party• 20% reduction in transport fares already wiped out by cost increases Labour Senator Mark Wall has today (Friday, 18th February) demanded clarity from the government regarding the 20% reduction in transport fares and its actual effectiveness. Senator Wall said: “We welcomed the announcement from the government that people would see…

News – The Labour PartyAs high value land in Dublin is expected to be rezoned, Labour housing spokesperson Rebecca Moynihan has called on government to implement the Land Value Sharing aspect of the Housing for All strategy before the summer. Senator Moynihan said: “The Land Value Sharing promised in the Housing for All strategy has…