Bill would fully gender integrate schools within 10 years at primary level and 15 years at secondary level Following research by the University of Limerick and the University of Murcia that there is no academic advantage to single-gender schools, Labour education spokesperson Aodhán Ó Ríordáin has called on government to progress Labour’s Education (Admission to…

Labour workers’ rights spokesperson Marie Sherlock has welcomed the news that British companies trialling a four-day working week have decided to continue with the practice. Senator Sherlock said: “The world of work is rapidly changing and all the evidence suggests that we are ready for our next step in securing a better work life balance…

Labour leader and housing spokesperson Ivana Bacik has expressed her disappointment that a decision to extend the eviction ban was not confirmed as part of the cost of living supports package announced today. Under questioning by Deputy Bacik in the Dáil today, Taoiseach Varadkar confirmed for the first time that a decision will be made…

Labour leader Ivana Bacik has slammed government for its failure to properly resource Ireland’s response to those fleeing the war in Ukraine. Marking the first anniversary of Putin’s illegal invasion, Deputy Bacik said that the Government must deal with the information vacuum that is being exploited by a small number of bad faith actors in…

Pay and conditions must be addressed to resolve recruitment crisis Labour justice spokesperson Aodhán Ó Ríordáin has called for a taskforce on violence against Gardaí to address the increase in attacks against members of the force. Speaking today, Deputy Ó Ríordáin said there are also legislative changes needed to update crimes against members of An…

Child Benefit payment delayed until June is completely inexplicable says Nash   Labour finance spokesperson has today (Tuesday, 21st February) sharply criticised the Government for failing to get to grips with the cost of living crisis and said the cost of living package is too little too late for hard pressed people and families. Deputy…

Labour urges passing of its Housing (Homeless Families) Bill Reiterates calls for eviction ban Labour Senator Mark Wall has expressed concern at the persistent failure of government to act on the housing crisis. In advance of the mini-Budget due to be announced tomorrow, Senator Wall said not enough homes are being built, too many vacant…

Labour workers’ rights spokesperson Marie Sherlock has condemned the Tunisian government for its expulsion of trade union leader Esther Lynch following a protest against a clamp down on trade union rights. Senator Sherlock said: “I am horrified at the shocking news that Esther Lynch was forcibly expelled from Tunisia over her participation in a protest…