News – The Labour Party Urgency required to save the bloodstock of hurling Labour Agriculture Spokesperson Seán Sherlock TD has called on the Government and the Ministers for Agriculture convene a meeting of stakeholders on the crisis facing hurley-makers in the country. As Canning Hurleys in Galway close today due to a lack of ash…

News – The Labour PartyFollowing extensive campaigning to ensure CCTV footage can be used by local authorities to deter illegal dumping, Labour Senator Mark Wall has welcomed the publication of the Circular Economy Bill. Senator Wall said: “As we look forward to the summer time and spending more time out and about our communities, I…

News – The Labour PartyLabour employment spokesperson Marie Sherlock has today (Wednesday, 30th March) said the Government’s Sick Pay scheme is too timid and fails to sufficiently protect the thousands of low to middle income earning people who will be out of pocket, if out sick. Senator Sherlock said: “Finally, and at a snail’s pace,…

News – The Labour PartyLabour housing spokesperson Rebecca Moynihan has called on government to update its Housing for All strategy to take account of the housing needs of Ukrainian refugees. Senator Moynihan said: “It is deeply concerning to read that the ‘céad mile fáilte’ we are offering refugees may consist of prefabs and tents. We…

News – The Labour PartyEquality audit of all secondary schools must be undertaken Responding to the Leaving Cert reform announced by government today, Labour education spokesperson Aodhán Ó Ríordáin said the proposals must be examined more thoroughly, calling for an audit of the capacity of secondary schools to deliver the proposed changes. Deputy Ó Ríordáin…

News – The Labour PartyWith ordinary people continuing to be priced out of buying a home, Labour housing spokesperson Rebecca Moynihan has called for targeted state intervention to bridge the affordability gap in the housing market. Senator Moynihan said government must commit to increasing state investment in direct build housing to balance the housing market…

News – The Labour PartyLabour housing spokesperson Rebecca Moynihan has slammed government for failing to act on Labour legislation to remove selling property as a ground for eviction. Following record numbers of single adults in Dublin in emergency accommodation, Senator Moynihan expressed her shock at the lack of government action on tackling homelessness. Senator Moynihan…

News – The Labour PartyThank you, Billie. I honestly never thought I’d be introduced as Leader of the Labour Party. Goes to show anything is possible! I am honoured, excited and I confess quite overwhelmed. I am incredibly grateful for the support I have received from Labour members throughout the country during the past three…