Aodhán Ó Ríordáin, the Labour Party candidate for Dublin in the European elections, has called on Fine Gael to clarify its position on collaborating with the far right in Europe. Deputy Ó Ríordáin said: “Most voters want to know that their MEPs will stand up for a tolerant, open society, and for common democratic values….

Labour Cllr demands rejection of IBEC’s last-minute interference plan Consultation period already concluded Labour’s Councillor Darragh Moriarty (South West Inner City) has condemned IBEC’s last-second attempt to derail the Dublin City Centre Transport Plan. He is urging Dublin City Council to reject IBEC’s disingenuous intervention, emphasising that the plan is crucial for reducing traffic congestion…

Deputy Kelly said: “The people of Borrisokane in 2019 went against the grain and welcomed in what turned out to be 96 asylum seekers into their community. “They did so at a time of high tensions across a number of communities in Ireland where asylum seekers were being placed. “Public meetings took place and a…

Recognition of Palestinian State: Long Overdue Labour’s Foreign Affairs spokesperson Brendan Howlin TD today welcomed the Government’s historic recognition of the Palestinian State, a move that Labour has been advocating for years. The announcement comes at a critical juncture, amid escalating violence and humanitarian crises in Gaza and the West Bank, with widespread support from…

Government’s failure is undeniable Labour leader and Housing Spokesperson Ivana Bacik TD has responded urgently to the latest report from the independent Housing Commission, which has sharply criticised the government’s housing policies. The Commission has called for a “radical strategic reset of housing policy” and revealed an underlying housing deficit in Ireland of up to…

Labour TD Alan Kelly has called on Government to reform the Croí Conaithe scheme. Deputy Kelly said: “The Croí Conaithe scheme is a much welcomed step in the right direction to tackle the scourge of vacant and derelict properties nationwide, but it needs serious reform. “Once approved for the scheme, people have 13 months to…

Local Election manifesto outlines Labour’s plan to bring real and sustainable positive change to our communities. Our proposals for local government reform, ‘Putting Power back in Communities’, would enable Councillors to build more homes, tackle climate change, improve public transport, public safety, and deliver local childcare facilities. Labour leader Ivana Bacik and Director of Elections…

Limerick sees the highest rent increases in the country Shocking 17.5% year on year increase in Limerick City Rent in Limerick County up 51% on pre-covid levels Labour’s candidate for Mayor of Limerick, Councillor Conor Sheehan, has condemned the Government’s persistent failure to address the housing crisis, following the latest Daft.ie report revealing that Limerick…