[…]12 August 2022 at 13.00 Candidates for these positions must be former but not current members of USI and must have attended USI Congress. These positions are remunerated per meeting. Nominations are online at […]
[…]to allow it to be as democratic as possible. Our democratic structures are extremely important to us and the Congress Director is currently engaged in this process.” However, while these elements are explored and finalised, Lorna explained that she and the rest of the National Executive are using the time to talk to as many student representatives as possible. She explained: “We are engaged in a number of national spheres, but we are also making sure that we are fully in tune with what is going on in relation to campuses all over Ireland. We have rolled out several initiatives, […]
[…]can apply for. 15 UO9 Promotional Packs Congress Notes: That the USI distribute thousands of promotional packs for campaigns including and not limited to SHAG Week , Mental Health Week , Fresher Packs etc. Congress Further Notes: That MO’s have no knowledge of the cost involved and the unit pricing of such packs. Congress Believes: That communication is vital in the deliverance and pricing of such packs onto MO campuses Congress Mandates: The USI President and related Officer board members to release itemised cost analysis of all materials distributed to MOs for Campaigns/SHAG Week/Mental Health Week etc . […]
[…]Council for Civil Liberties Belong To Irish Congress of Trade Unions outlined their frustration that people within the LGBT community in Northern Ireland can still not lawfully marry one another. “It is wholly unacceptable that, years after the introduction of equal marriage legislation in every other part of the UK and Ireland, same-sex couples north of the Border should continue to face discrimination.” Read more […]
[…]particularly at a time when there is already a crisis in Irish education in terms of teacher recruitment and retention.” Speaking about the report, Ger Curtin, ASTI President, stated, “The cost of entering second-level teaching is prohibitive for many graduates, especially for those from less affluent backgrounds. We fully support the USI in their campaign for a payment for student teachers who are undertaking teaching as part of their studies.” John Boyle, INTO President, welcomed the report stating, “The escalating costs for student teachers on placement is a matter of concern to the INTO. While school placement is an integral […]
