Labour transport spokesperson Duncan Smith said the increases announced by Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) must be reversed. Deputy Smith said in light of the cost of living crisis, and with a lack of clarity as to how roads will be improved as a result of these increases, it is unfair to expect already stretched commuters…

26 Officials still based in the Russian Embassy – only 4 have been expelled. Labour calls again for Russian Ambassador to be expelled. Ireland should commit support for Ukraine’s electricity grid. Labour Party spokesperson on Foreign Affairs Brendan Howlin TD has called for an explanation from the government as to why 26 officers are still…

Clerys Quarter must be the benchmark for community benefits Labour spokesperson on workers’ rights, Senator Marie Sherlock said today (Wednesday, 16th November) said that good jobs with decent terms and conditions, as promised by developers taking over the Clery’s building, is one of the key measures needed for the historic street’s regeneration. Senator Sherlock said:…

Labour finance and public expenditure spokesperson, Ged Nash has today (Wednesday, 16th November) sharply criticised the Government for tinkering around the edges of climate action and not getting real on the retrofitting of public buildings. Deputy Nash said: “The idea that the Government can roll out a plan to cut emissions by simply stripping away…

Regulator must move to end scourge of gambling ads Labour sports spokesperson Mark Wall said an overhaul of Irish gambling laws is well overdue. Welcoming Minister Browne’s decision to finally bring the gambling regulation bill to cabinet today, Senator Wall said government has dragged its heels on tackling the gambling industry, despite it impacting almost…

Commenting on the sad passing of Vicky Phelan, Labour TD Alan Kelly said: “My thoughts are with Vicky’s family, particularly Jim, Amelia and Darragh and all the Phelan and Kelly families. I’m also thinking of her good friends Lorraine Walsh, Stephen Teap and John Wall as well as many others. Vicky brought something special to…

Labour justice spokesperson Aodhan Ó Ríordáin has today (Monday, 14th November) supported calls for an urgent and independent inquiry into allegations of sexual abuse by members of the Spiritans at Blackrock College. Deputy Ó Ríordáin said: “Like the majority of people, I was shocked, appalled and horrified listening to the harrowing stories of Mark and…

Labour amendments to provide early miscarriage and reproductive health leave ruled out of order Department using time wasting tactics instead of legislating for leave Labour leader Ivana Bacik expressed her disappointment at government’s failure to support Labour amendments to provide early miscarriage and reproductive health related leave. Following confirmation by the Minister for Children, Equality,…