Reacting to reports of the Taoiseach’s comments about the media while in New York, Labour Party Leader Brendan Howlin said: “The Taoiseach may believe that ‘a free, fair and balanced press is the cornerstone of our democracy,’ but his deeds and moral leadership carry more weight. “No one doubts that Ireland’s links to the United…

Labour Finance spokesperson Joan Burton TD has said that the half year exchequer returns show the need to continue to invest in social services and infrastructure to protect Ireland from the impact of any future downturn. Deputy Burton said: “The latest figures show revenue for the year on track, but once again corporation tax receipts…

Labour’s Employment Spokesperson Senator Ged Nash has slammed the Irish Archaeological Consultancy over its treatment of skilled archaeologists who are set to take strike action at the Macroom by-pass site tomorrow (Wednesday, 4th July). The workers who are members of Unite trade union are taking action in protest at the employers refusal to engage with…

Labour Youth has today called on Ryanair to listen to its workers and act appropriately following pilots’ overwhelming vote for industrial action. Speaking on the matter, Chairperson Chloe Manahan has said “Ryanair must now make good on its commitment to engage with trade unions to improve working conditions in order to protect both workers and…

Labour spokesperson on Transport Kevin Humphreys has called on Ryanair to take the concerns of pilots and the needs of passengers seriously following today’s ballot result of pilots who overwhelmingly voted in favor of strike action. Senator Humphreys said: “Ryanair need to get serious about their working conditions and do what is necessary to avoid…

Labour Party Chairperson and candidate for Wicklow, Jack O’Connor has called on management in TK Maxx in Arklow, to accept a Labour Court recommendation to engage with Mandate Trade Union in order to avoid strike action. Mr O’Connor said: “The workers’ strike action relates to a claim for increased pay and improved conditions by Mandate…

Labour Finance spokesperson Joan Burton TD will today introduce a Bill to establish a Standing Commission on Taxation. The ‘Tax Law Reform and Codification Advisory Committee Bill 2018’ would be tasked with monitoring, reviewing and advising the Minister for Finance on matters concerning the implementation and reform of tax law. Deputy Burton said: “For the…

At a meeting of Dublin City Council tonight, a motion proposed by Cllr Mary Freehill, and seconded by Cllr Dermot Lacey was passed ensuring that City Council owned land is first prioritised for social and affordable housing. This will ensure sites, like the depot in Rathmines beside the Swan Centre are retained for public use….