[…]student accommodation as a key area to be addressed within the Plan’s five pillars to tackle Ireland’s national housing challenges. The Action Plan identifies the importance of providing dedicated and additional student accommodation to avoid putting additional pressures on the private rental sector, particularly in and around the many universities and third-level institutions in urban areas. USI said the funding for the appointment of a Student Housing Project Manager is a progressive step to address and enhance measures in the student accommodation sector and to assist students in finding appropriate accommodation. “Homes.usi.ie has already proved to be absolutely vital for […]
[…]Engage in meaningful consultation with NAMA regarding the availability of suitable properties and land that could be used for student accommodation by HEIs or HEIs working on joint projects. 8. Encourage and facilitate the construction of multi-purpose buildings on campus. i.e. Academic, commercial and residential existing in the same building. 9. Future developments should adhere to the recommendations for enabled access for students with disabilities. 10. That all actions coming out of the Committee for Housing and Homelessness focus on the provision of quality, affordable accommodation in a timely manner and to avoid prioritising one at the expense of the […]
[…]bargaining rights. It also fails to recommend adequate social security provisions such as sickness and parental benefits, protective leave, maternity and paternity leave, contract extension under extenuating conditions, and pension rights. The current system leads to inconsistencies, unequal opportunities, and limited resources for researchers.” Non-EEA PhD researchers, who already face unique challenges related to visas and residency permits, are particularly disappointed by the lack of immediate actions based on the review’s recommendations. The report suggests further engagement with relevant departments without providing concrete solutions or a clear timeline. This lack of immediate action exacerbates the concerns of non-EEA PhD researchers, […]
