[…]the headshop era in Ireland. They are deemed to have similar physical effects to other stimulant drugs, in particular, ecstasy and cocaine. The use of psychoactive drugs in Ireland among the 15-24 year age group is the highest in Europe (22% lifetime use). Data suggests that the purity or potency of most illicit substances is increasing and that the market for substances is becoming more varied and accessible. Annie Hoey, USI President, said: “USI is delighted to continue working with the HSE and Drugs.ie on this harm reduction campaign. We have been working hard this year to provide information to […]
[…]supply, with many of those who would previously have sought a mortgage now entering the rental market. In a desperate attempt to find a suitable place to live, many students are being forced to pay over the odds for their accommodation, with no choice but to settle at exploitative prices. This adds to the huge financial burden already placed on students attending third-level and their families. We are calling on the Government to look at the development of purpose-built city centre student accommodation to ease this situation in the long-term. This situation will only continue to escalate with the development […]
[…]Union (ISSU), have called for an end to the ‘lock-out’ of young people from the jobs market and proposed a range of measures to improve access to the workplace and enhance employment skills. The three organisations are seeking joint meetings with “all relevant government ministers and departments” on foot of the proposals. The measures are contained in a new, joint publication – Locked out? Investing in a Future for Youth – launched today at 11.30am, DIT Aungier Street. The document is the result of a collaborative process between all three organisations, collectively representing more than one million people and includes a number […]
[…]in Ireland. It is not only a historic occasion but a sign to ourselves and to the rest of the world of a new Ireland – one of inclusivity, equality and generosity of spirit.” Ms Harmon said that the late surge in voter registrations with nearly 28,000 new voters signed up through the USI initiative, and with 90% of students in favour combined with the high turn-out among young voters, was a key factor in the success of the Yes campaign “ “In October 2014 we embarked on a focused Voter Registration promotion and continued this process into 2015 with […]
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