Press and Media
The Press Office is tasked with communicating the Union’s message to members of the media and the general public. On this page you will find the most recent five AMLÉ media releases, external media links (from August 2013), statements and publicly released speeches from AMLÉ since July 1 2012. Click here for all releases.
Please direct all media enquiries to Sumyrah Khan.
Recent Releases:
Aug 28, 2025 / Accommodation, Campaigns, Citizenship, Media, RELEASES, USI News, Welfare / By VP for Campaigns / 0 Comments
AMLÉ: “Úinéirí tí smaoineamh ar an bhFaoiseamh Seomra-ar-Cíos”
Tá Aontas na Mac Léinn in Éirinn (AMLÉ) ag dul i dtaithí ar ghéarchéim lóistín na hÉireann arís i mbliana. Cé go mbíonn mic léinn ag súil le tairiscintí CAO agus filleadh ar an bhfoghlaim, tá constaic le sárú acu ar dtús. Tá Aontais na Mac Léinn ar fud na tíre ag...
Aug 28, 2025 / Campaigns, Citizenship, Media, National Affairs, RELEASES, Welfare / By VP for Campaigns / 0 Comments
AMLÉ urges homeowners across Ireland consider Rent-a-Room Scheme
Aontas na Mac Léinn in Éirinn (AMLÉ) is once again seeing first hand the reality of Ireland’s accommodation crisis. Whilst students anticipate CAO offers and a return to learning, a greater issue hangs overhead. Students’ Unions across the country are resorting to running “Digs Drives”, calling out to residents in their local area in the hopes that a spare box room could turn into a home for a student this academic year.
Jun 26, 2025 / Featured, RELEASES, USI News / By PR Comms / 0 Comments
Issues Guidance on J1 Visa Applications Amid Heightened Scrutiny
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 28 May 2025 AMLÉ Issues Guidance on J1 Visa Applications Amid Heightened Scrutiny In response to recent concerns surrounding the J1 Summer Work and Travel Programme, AMLÉ is issuing updated guidance to students to ensure clarity and...
Jun 26, 2025 / Campaigns, Featured, Media, RELEASES, USI News / By PR Comms / 0 Comments
AMLÉ Raises Alarm Over Increased U.S. Visa Scrutiny
Press Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 19, 2025 AMLÉ Raises Alarm Over Increased U.S. Visa Scrutiny for International Students DUBLIN, IRELAND – Aontas na Mac Léinn in Éirinn (AMLÉ), formerly known as the Union of Students in Ireland (USI), has voiced serious...
May 14, 2025 / Academic Affairs, Accommodation, Campaigns, Featured, Media, RELEASES, Uncategorized, USI News / By PR Comms / 0 Comments
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 researchers,...
May 13, 2025 / Campaigns, Featured, RELEASES, USI News / By PR Comms / 0 Comments
USI Transforms Into AMLÉ: A New Chapter in Student Representation
USI Transforms Into AMLÉ: A New Chapter in Student Representation This isn’t just a change of title — it’s a statement of intent. The Union of Students in Ireland (USI) has officially changed its name to AMLÉ – Aontas na Mac Léinn in Éirinn, marking a new era in...
May 8, 2025 / Campaigns, Featured, RELEASES, Uncategorized, USI News / By PR Comms / 0 Comments
USI/AMLÉ Stands with NUS-USI Against Fee Hikes
USI/AMLÉ Backs NUS-USI in Rejecting Call to Raise Tuition Fees in Northern Ireland Dublin, 8 May 2025 – The Union of Students in Ireland / Aontas na Mac Léinn in Éirinn (USI/AMLÉ) stands in full support of NUS-USI following a recent call from university leaders to...
Apr 17, 2025 / Equality, Featured, RELEASES, USI News / By PR Comms / 0 Comments
USI/AMLÉ Condemns UK Supreme Court Ruling on Gender Recognition
The Union of Students in Ireland / Aontas na Mac Léinn in Éirinn (USI/AMLÉ) has issued a strong statement in solidarity with the Trans community in the UK following the UK Supreme Court’s regressive and draconian ruling to redefine the terms “woman” and “sex” in...
Apr 17, 2025 / Featured, Media, RELEASES, USI News / By PR Comms / 0 Comments
Bryan O’Mahony Elected President of USI/AMLÉ : A New Era for Student Advocacy!
Bryan O'Mahony Elected President of USI/AMLÉ 2025/26 “The student movement saved me — now I’m here to fight for students.” Bryan O’Mahony has been elected as the new President of the Union of Students in Ireland/AMLÉ (USI/AMLÉ), marking a key moment for student...
Apr 17, 2025 / Campaigns, Featured, RELEASES, USI News / By PR Comms / 0 Comments
Statement on J1 Visa Concerns and Student Activism
The Union of Students in Ireland (USI/AMLÉ) strongly condemns any attempt to restrict the rights of Irish students on J1 visas to engage in activism, including support for the Middle East. The J1 visa is a cultural exchange programme that allows students to work,...