[…]recognises the importance of apprenticeships in our society, and we know there is a strong demand for more and more places on such training programmes. And we absolutely want apprenticeships to be a key part of our third-level system. But it is not fair on the students that will take these places, and their classmates, to again make an announcement of more places, without any mention of increased student supports and accommodation. “We were glad to see this announcement last week and we want to be able to welcome such moves without any concerns, but that just would not be […]
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[…]adopting equal opportunities policies and procedures as an employer and service provider in order to combat discrimination and value diversity. The Union of Students in Ireland will not tolerate discrimination based on gender, civil status, family status, age, disability, sexual orientation, race, religion, membership of the Traveller community, gender expression, gender identity, country of origin, socio-economic background. The first nine grounds are those specifically mentioned by the Equality Acts but discrimination can occur also on other characteristics. The Union of Students in Ireland reserves the right to add to these groups at any time. 3. Taking Action: The Union of […]
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