National News
Here you can find some of the major issues I’ve been working on in national politics.
Condolences on the death of Cara O’Sullivan
Labour Party Arts spokesperson Senator Marie Sherlock expressed her condolence on the death announced yesterday of Irish soprano Cara O’Sullivan. “Cara O’Sullivan was an incredible talent, someone who made a massive contribution to …
Sick Pay proposals must be stronger
Won't be full pay, will not cover illness of two or less days and will be only two weeks in duration. Labour Party Bill was delayed for six months. Huge public support for Paid Sick Leave. Responding to reports on the likely details of a …
The Labour Party Stands with Deliveroo Drivers
Labour employment spokesperson Senator Marie Sherlock has urged all Deliveroo customers to stand with Deliveroo drivers in their strike tonight. “We stand with Deliveroo drivers in their strike across Dublin this evening. These …
Workers' protections paramount in safeguarding the future of Irish media
In its submission to the Future of Media Commission, the Labour Party spokesperson Marie Sherlock has called on the Commission to prioritise decent employment conditions for those employed in the sector, continued protection and …
Government’s Remote Working Strategy Misses the Point
Strategy is just about promoting remote working, lip service paid to worker protections Threadbare detail, strategy is little more than a rehash of 2019 Government report No detail on what a right to request remote work will look like, the …
Urgent progress on working from home supports needed
Two months since Labour launched bill to provide for right to disconnect and improved supports for workers. New Year lockdown highlights lack of progress by government. Labour bill would also require employers to provide suitable home …
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