[…]other such payments. It is also completely wrong to talk about putting people into ‘tiers’ in order to decided what support they should get. “USI, along with our members, calls for the Disability Allowance be increased to cover the cost-of-living in Ireland. But the most important thing that disability activists and their supporters are demanding is proper inclusion in the preparation of plans that will affect their whole lives. There must be meaning engagement and partnership. USI is preparing a submission to the Department of Social Protection to this affect and will continue to support protests like today’s.” USI urges […]
[…]feel as though they have something to prove and need to suffer through unacceptable conditions in order to a land a job. Where I came from I was told a day’s work meant a day’s pay but it would seem some of our employers grew up somewhere […]
[…]on the Minister to act on her word and ensure that the scheme receives adequate investment in order to alleviate this growing crisis. John Logue, President of the Union of Students in Ireland said: “The Eurostat figures show that Ireland’s unemployment rate for under 25s is almost 7% worse than the European average. To combat the growing dangers associated with long term unemployment among young people, meaningful Government investment is required in a Youth Guarantee scheme that restores a sense of pride and hope in our young people. Too many are standing in dole queues and too many are forced […]
[…]critical allies, and enable the college to develop strong quality and governance processes. In order for Students’ Unions to develop, they need resources and support. Dedicated, highly skilled staff who are accountable to the Union are fundamental to development. ITTSU are staging a sit in protest to highlight the Students’ Union’s need for a secretary. Without a full time staff position, the union is without a pillar of support and is resulting in the disruption of Students’ Union services and the closure of the building when officers are absent. Since the SU secretary retired, the 3 sabbatical officers have committed […]
[…]critical allies, and enable the college to develop strong quality and governance processes. In order for Students’ Unions to develop, they need resources and support. Dedicated, highly skilled staff who are accountable to the Union are fundamental to development. ITTSU are staging a sit in protest to highlight the Students’ Union’s need for a secretary. Without a full time staff position, the union is without a pillar of support and is resulting in the disruption of Students’ Union services and the closure of the building when officers are absent. Since the SU secretary retired, the 3 sabbatical officers have committed […]
