Welcome Conversations: AMLÉ Responds to Global Talent Initiative
Welcome Conversations: AMLÉ Responds to Minister Lawless’ Global Talent Initiative – But First, Let’s Talk About the Basics AMLÉ acknowledges the ambition of Minister James Lawless’ Global Talent Initiative, which aims to attract international...Bryan O’Mahony Elected President of USI/AMLÉ : A New Era for Student Advocacy!
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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...