Government Delays Labour’s Reproductive Leave Bill Government decide to delay Labour’s reproductive support Labour’s Bill would provide 20 days paid leave for early pregnancy loss and 10 days for fertility treatments 14,000 women in Ireland experience pregnancy loss each year One in six couples experience fertility issues People deserve leave when it matters most Labour…

Labour Senator Annie Hoey has condemned the move to exclude rape in the EU directive on violence against women. Senator Hoey said: “It is extremely disappointing and a failing for victims of sexual violence that the EU’s first directive on combatting violence against women and domestic violence will not include the crime of rape. “This…

Decision to end public safety operation a mistake Labour justice spokesperson Aodhán Ó Ríordáin has slammed Fine Gael for failing to keep Gardaí on the streets in Dublin. Deputy Ó Ríordáin said: “Less than two months ago our city witnessed the most devastating night in living memory. There was an utter breakdown of law and…

Deputy Alan Kelly met with Minister Roderic O’Gorman at lunch time today regarding issues around asylum seekers in Roscrea. During the meeting, a long discussion took place surrounding the need for criteria to be in place before a decision is made to remove a community facility like the Racket Hall hotel in Roscrea from use…

Today, 17th January, Labour Leader Ivana Bacik TD has called on Leaders of all political parties and groupings in Dáil Éireann to work together and sign up to a cross-party motion, drafted by Sadaka, which would resolve to conduct an assessment for the purpose of Article I of the Genocide Convention of whether there is…

Labour’s Climate spokesperson Senator Rebecca Moynihan has today welcomed news that the European Parliament has overwhelmingly passed the EU Directive to ban misleading environmental claims on products. Senator Moynihan said: “Under the Directive, deceptive practices such as labelling products as “environmentally friendly,” “natural,” or “biodegradable” without concrete evidence will be banned. The Directive, aimed at…

Govt to consider Labour Bill in another 12 months 14,000 women in Ireland experience pregnancy loss each year One in six couples experience fertility issues  Bill was debated in Govt time last November Legislation to be debated in the Dáil on Thursday 18th January Labour leader Ivana Bacik has criticised the conservative coalition for failing to recognise…

Senator Mark Wall, Labour’s Defence Spokesperson was reacting to the Terms of reference for judge-led tribunal into military abuse was approved by Cabinet. Senator Wall said: “This crucial step comes after years of advocacy and is driven by the imperative to improve conditions within the Force and instigate a profound cultural shift. This tribunal represents…