News – The Labour PartyMarking the anniversary of the invasion of Ukraine, Labour foreign affairs spokesperson Duncan Smith said three years on from the Russian invasion of Ukraine, lasting peace seems further away than before. Deputy Smith said: “Despite the talks of peace in recent weeks, it seems like we are in a more insecure…

News – The Labour Party Confirmation needed that investigation into protected disclosures has been completed. Minister must provide a full report to the Dáil on these matters. Clarity required on what revised measures, disciplinary action or further criminal investigation is planned. Following a series of Dáil Questions, Labour Justice spokesperson Alan Kelly has highlighted a…

News – The Labour Party Correspondence between DPER and Housing must be published Responding to reports in the Daily Mail that the Government is robbing Peter to pay Paul when it comes to ‘new’ housing spend, Labour housing spokesperson Conor Sheehan has called on the new Housing Minister to come clean once and for all….

News – The Labour PartyLabour Spokesperson for Climate and Energy Ciarán Ahern has called on Government to ensure that the State plays a far greater role in the development of offshore wind farms. Deputy Ahern said: “It’s deeply worrying that one of Ireland’s most abundant natural resources, our wind energy capacity, appears to be being…

News – The Labour PartyLabour’s Enterprise, Tourism and Employment Spokesperson George Lawlor TD has described the announcement that fashion retailer New Look is to exit Ireland as a devastating blow for workers, their families, and communities across the country. The decision, which puts 347 jobs at risk, highlights the need for stronger protections for retail…

News – The Labour PartySpeaking during Leaders’ Questions today, Labour’s education spokesperson Eoghan Kenny TD called on Government to heed the warnings of the over 40,000 teachers across the country who protested last year regarding rushed Leaving Cert reform. Deputy Kenny accused the Government of presiding over a Senior Cycle Reform that favours children of…

News – The Labour Party ⁠Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael must honour election pledges Labour’s Foreign Affairs Spokesperson, Duncan Smith TD, has condemned reports that the Government may scrap or weaken the Occupied Territories Bill, despite clear commitments from both Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael during the last general election. Deputy Smith said: “During the…

News – The Labour PartyLabour’s social protection spokesperson Deputy Mark Wall has urged Government to fast track legislation to provide rights to cohabiting couples. Deputy Wall said: “The Bereaved Partner’s Pension Bill has been marked as a priority bill for Spring 2025 by this Government. The Labour Party has long called for this anomaly in…