The Labour Party will stand in support and solidarity with the Ukrainian people at 1pm tomorrow to protest outside the Russian Embassy in Dublin. Commenting on the atrocity of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, Labour spokesperson Ivana Bacik said: “The Labour Party stands in full solidarity with the people of Ukraine following the brutal and…

With 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 price increases that will…

• 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, the Financial Services Union and…

• 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 private remote work hubs…

Labour 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 there were any concrete…

Labour 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 tragic news today that…

Labour 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 by disabled students, parents…

• 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 a 20% reduction in…