‘Like the Previous Government, Their Programme Stays the Same’
The Union of Students in Ireland (USI) has welcomed some of the pledges made in the new Programme for Government, particularly in relation to financial support for students and the development of apprenticeship pathways. However, the union has expressed concern that many of the critical issues facing students—particularly housing, mental health services, and the cost of education—remain insufficiently addressed, with the Programme largely mirroring the previous government’s approach.
Students should be refunded for accommodation they cannot use due to pandemic
Operators of large-scale student accommodation should provide refunds to students who have had to leave college and return home due to the COVID-19 pandemic, according to the Union of Students in Ireland (USI). Landlord firms are refusing any refunds to students that...
Union of Students in Ireland Welcomes Second Female President in Two Years
The Union of Students in Ireland has welcomed its second elected female President in two years. 27-year-old Annie Hoey from Drogheda will take on the role as President two years after Laura Harmon was elected to the position. Annie’s main priorities for her...
USI Welcomes New Report to Reduce Gender Inequality in Higher Education
The Union of Students in Ireland (USI) has welcomed a new report to address gender inequality in high education, by introducing gender quotas. USI said gender quotas will improve the third level education sector in terms of equal representation, diversity and rights....