Potential job loses in GOAL deeply concerning Labour foreign affairs spokesperson Duncan Smith TD has called on Government to work with EU partners to reverse cuts to international aid funding. Deputy Smith said at a time where more than 120 million people are displaced worldwide, now more than ever, aid organisations must be supported. Deputy…

The latest homelessness figures released today reveal a devastating new record – 3,434 children are now homeless in Dublin, with 15,378 people living in emergency accommodation across the country. Dublin MEP and Labour Party Spokesperson for Dublin, Aodhán Ó Ríordáin, has slammed the Government’s inaction, calling the crisis a “legacy of shame.” Ó Ríordáin said:…

Speaking at the launch of the Infant Feeding in Emergencies on the Island of Ireland report, Labour Health Spokesperson Marie Sherlock TD said that there is a glaring and forgotten gap in Ireland’s emergency preparation that needs to be addressed. Opening the conference Deputy Sherlock said: “Infant and child feeding has been a forgotten part…

Record 15,378 homeless, including 4,653 children Labour’s housing spokesperson Conor Sheehan TD has written to the Minister for Housing demanding urgent action following the release of February’s homelessness figures, which show a record 15,378 people without a home, including 4,653 children. Deputy Sheehan has outlined key policy measures that could be implemented immediately to tackle…

Labour Senator Laura Harmon said the failure of successive Governments to deliver the Cork flood relief that is so desperately needed must be addressed, with a close eye on ensuring value for money. Senator Harmon said: “Reporting in the Journal today of the massive moneys spent on the Cork flood defence scheme are quite alarming….

Government backtracks on student fee reductions Labour’s Further and Higher Education Spokesperson, Senator Laura Harmon, has criticised the Minister for Further and Higher Education for his recent comments questioning the value of reducing student contribution fees. Senator Harmon said: “Minister Lawless’ remarks in the Dáil today, echoing his statements from last week, signal a troubling…

Minister must engage to avert 70,000 health workers set for action New Children’s hospital will deliver less services than currently provided across the three paediatric hospitals if shortfall of 382.8 WTE not dealt with. Labour’s Health Spokesperson Marie Sherlock TD has today demanded urgent intervention from the Minister for Health as almost 70,000 health workers…

Over 13,500 unqualified teachers hired Labour’s Education Spokesperson Eoghan Kenny TD has slammed the government following revelations that 13,540 unqualified teachers were hired in 2024 due to staff shortages. Deputy Kenny said this deeply worrying statistic highlights the extreme pressure school management faces in filling vacancies and securing substitute teachers. Deputy Kenny said: “This is…