Type: Press
The time has come to end two-tier pay system in our hospitals
Press Archives – Page 106 of 174 – The Labour Party Labour Party Health spokesperson, Alan Kelly TD, has said ending the two tier pay system in our health system must be a priority in the upcoming budget. Deputy Kelly said: “Ending the two-tier pay system in our hospitals especially would go a long way…
Read more »Advisory Council for Online Safety another ‘Talking Shop’
Press Archives – Page 106 of 174 – The Labour PartyGovernment has abandoned appointment of Digital Safety Commissioner – Sherlock Labour Spokesperson on Children & Youth Affairs Seán Sherlock TD has slammed the Government for failing to appoint a Digital Safety Commissioner in the new Action Plan for Online Safety, describing it as another talking…
Read more »Justice reforms not radical enough
Press Archives – Page 106 of 174 – The Labour PartyLabour Justice spokesperson, Sean Sherlock TD has said that a truly radical reform of Justice would have seen it split into two separate Departments of State. Deputy Sherlock said: “What the Minister has today called a radical restructuring of the Justice Department was first proposed…
Read more »Housing Market has failed our people too many times
Press Archives – Page 106 of 174 – The Labour PartyLabour Party Leader Brendan Howlin has said it is time for a new direction in Irish housing policy that recognises the historical failure of the private housing market in Ireland and the central role the State must play to ensure affordable housing for all. Deputy…
Read more »State must deliver affordable housing for all
Press Archives – Page 106 of 174 – The Labour PartyLabour Housing spokesperson, Jan O’Sullivan today published a comprehensive policy document outlining Labour’s proposals for state led action to fix the housing system and deliver affordable housing for all. Deputy O’Sullivan said: “The Labour Party is proposing a new model of delivery for affordable housing…
Read more »Irish interests must be protected from UK Brexit instability
Press Archives – Page 106 of 174 – The Labour PartySpeaking today about the high-level resignations of Boris Johnson and David Davis in the UK, Labour leader Brendan Howlin TD spoke about the absolute necessity for Ireland’s interests to be protected from instability in the British Government. Deputy Howlin said: “Theresa May’s Government looks extremely…
Read more »FF conversion on tax cuts two years too late
Press Archives – Page 106 of 174 – The Labour PartyLabour Finance spokesperson Joan Burton TD has said that the announcement by the Fianna Fáil Public Expenditure spokesperson not to seek any tax cuts in this year’s budget is welcome but two years too late, and questioned whether this is now the settled party position….
Read more »Howlin congratulates Cahill on co-option as Councillor
Press Archives – Page 106 of 174 – The Labour PartyLabour Party Leader Brendan Howlin has congratulated former Senator Máiría Cahill on her co-option by the SDLP to a Council seat in Lisburn and Castlereagh, and wished her success in her future position. Deputy Howlin said:“ I would like to wish Máiría Cahill the very…
Read more »Before a Border Poll a New Ireland Forum should happen
Press Archives – Page 106 of 174 – The Labour PartySpeaking at a party seminar commemorating the 50th anniversary of the civil rights movement in Northern Ireland, in a keynote speech, Labour Party Leader Brendan Howlin outlined his views on the future of our island saying that before any border poll is held, a New…
Read more »Practicalities of permanently avoiding a hard border still unclear
Press Archives – Page 106 of 174 – The Labour PartyLabour Party Leader, Brendan Howlin, reacting to the Chequers statement from the UK Government, has said that while the practicalities are still unclear, finally having a position paper from the UK is a step forward. Now the Irish Government must seek a special meeting of…
Read more »Seanad should pass Road Traffic Bill before summer recess
Press Archives – Page 106 of 174 – The Labour PartyLabour Transport Spokesperson Kevin Humphreys has welcomed the passage of the Road Traffic Bill through the Dáil after weeks of delays and said Labour Senators will be seeking to have it passed through the Seanad before the recess Senator Humphreys said “I welcome the passing…
Read more »Alan Mangan selected as Labour Party candidate for Longford Westmeath
Press Archives – Page 106 of 174 – The Labour PartyAlan Mangan has been selected to contest the next general election as the Labour Party candidate in Longford Westmeath. At the convention in the Mullingar Park Hotel, he said health, housing, jobs and IDA investment, and broadband are some of his key issues. Mr Mangan…
Read more »Home building bill must not be allowed to line the pockets of private developers
Press Archives – Page 106 of 174 – The Labour PartyCommenting on the Home Building Finance Ireland Bill 2018, Labour’s Spokesperson on Finance, Joan Burton TD said: “The Government’s new housing finance bill must be used for the development of more affordable purchase homes. This bill must focus on the needs of working persons looking to…
Read more »Labour look to reintroduce Town Councils
Press Archives – Page 106 of 174 – The Labour PartyLabour Party Leader Brendan Howlin will today introduce a new bill to the Dáil aimed at reintroducing town councils. The Local Government (Restoration of Town Councils) Bill 2018 would provide for defined urban areas with a population of at least 5,000 to be considered by…
Read more »Lack of clarity on Cervical Check review unacceptable
Press Archives – Page 106 of 174 – The Labour PartyLabour Health spokesperson and Vice-Chair of the Public Accounts Committee, Alan Kelly TD, has said that the lack of clarity from the HSE on Cervical Check smears is not acceptable. Deputy Kelly said: “This morning the Department of Health confirmed that the physical review of…
Read more »Labour law on rent pressures needed to curb the rising cost of living
Press Archives – Page 106 of 174 – The Labour PartyCommenting on today’s recommendation of the Living Wage Technical Group Labour Party spokesperson on Housing, Jan O’Sullivan has said that the Government urgently needs to link rent to the cost of living and extend the rent pressure zones nationwide. O’Sullivan said: “Today’s recommendation of an…
Read more »FF help Government put elitism at the heart of school admissions
Press Archives – Page 106 of 174 – The Labour Party Labour Party Education spokesperson, Aodhán Ó Ríordáin, has criticised the cosy relationship between Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael which has ensured the passing of the Admissions to School Bill. Senator Ó Ríordáin said: “While they duke out a phoney war through the media, Fianna…
Read more »Government must legislate for hate crimes
Press Archives – Page 106 of 174 – The Labour PartyLabour LGBT has reiterated its call for the introduction of hate crime legislation following a report published today where Ireland is shown to be seriously deficient in addressing hate crime. Co-Chair of Labour LBGT Aoife Leahy commented on the matter: “It’s not entirely surprising but…
Read more »Housing is largest factor behind Living Wage hike
Press Archives – Page 106 of 174 – The Labour PartyLow Pay Commission’s should be given remit by government to reach a real Living Wage Labour spokesperson on Employment, Senator Ged Nash is calling on the government to act on the recommendation of the Living Wage Technical Group and to set out a roadmap to…
Read more »O’Connor welcomes recommendation from the Living Wage Technical Group of increase to €11.90 per hour.
Press Archives – Page 106 of 174 – The Labour PartyLabour Party Chairperson and Dáil Candidate for Wicklow, Jack O’Connor has welcomed the recommendation from the Living Wage Technical Group to increase the National Minimum Wage to €11.90 per hour. Commenting on this recommendation Jack O’Connor said: “This is very welcome news for all those…
Read more »Taoiseach attack on media while on trade mission is inappropriate
Press Archives – Page 106 of 174 – The Labour PartyReacting to reports of the Taoiseach’s comments about the media while in New York, Labour Party Leader Brendan Howlin said: “The Taoiseach may believe that ‘a free, fair and balanced press is the cornerstone of our democracy,’ but his deeds and moral leadership carry more…
Read more »Exchequer returns show need to invest
Press Archives – Page 106 of 174 – The Labour PartyLabour Finance spokesperson Joan Burton TD has said that the half year exchequer returns show the need to continue to invest in social services and infrastructure to protect Ireland from the impact of any future downturn. Deputy Burton said: “The latest figures show revenue for…
Read more »Nash slams IAC over treatment of archaeologists
Press Archives – Page 106 of 174 – The Labour PartyLabour’s Employment Spokesperson Senator Ged Nash has slammed the Irish Archaeological Consultancy over its treatment of skilled archaeologists who are set to take strike action at the Macroom by-pass site tomorrow (Wednesday, 4th July). The workers who are members of Unite trade union are taking…
Read more »Labour Youth calls on Ryanair to address concerns of pilots
Press Archives – Page 106 of 174 – The Labour PartyLabour Youth has today called on Ryanair to listen to its workers and act appropriately following pilots’ overwhelming vote for industrial action. Speaking on the matter, Chairperson Chloe Manahan has said “Ryanair must now make good on its commitment to engage with trade unions to…
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