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[…]a long, long way on this issue. Even just over the last week, we have seen management go from fining the SU €214,000 and making threats of sanctions against individual students, to what has happened today. And that fine is still in place currently. The local union and USI will work together to ensure these promises are kept and that the arbitrary fines and threats are quashed. “Students all over Ireland have been calling for their institutions to divest from Israel and have led and joined protests for an end to the genocide and for a free Palestine. Trinity has […]
[…]ahead. College management thought they could scare students into not standing with the students in the US whose actions are clearly having a global impact. This has not worked, and it will not work. USI Vice President for Campaigns, Zaid Al-Barghouthi said: “TCD Students’ Union has acted in line with the wishes of the majority of staff and students at Trinity College. A recent poll carried out by Trinity News showed 76 per cent of students agree they have been effective. Protests that the college deem to be in line with their ‘rules’ would not work. That is not real […]
[…]and a number entered the building and intend to stay there until they can deliver a letter outlining their demands to one of the senior finance ministers. The main aim of the National Students Action Group, an offshoot of the national student movement, is to stage demonstrations and direct actions to directly tackle Government on the student cost-of-living crisis. In the letter, which is attached, they say: “We can no longer afford to be quiet about the terrible conditions currently impacting students and staff that are breaking the futures of Ireland’s youth, so we are speaking out.” The six main demands […]
[…]USI has said before, a lack of action on these issues will directly impact how USI campaigns in the next general election and our message to this Government is loud and clear: Change or be […]
The Union of Students in Ireland is joining calls for an immediate general election, saying students have no confidence in the Government and now is the time for change, with Leo Varadkar announcing his resignation today. Students have told USI clearly that they have no confidence in this Government to take the action that is badly needed on student issues, and Students’ Union officers voted in favour of a no-confidence motion at a recent national meeting. With Taoiseach Varadkar stepping down as leader of Fine Gael and announcing his plan to resign as leader of the Government, the people should […]
[…]communities, and workers. Their policies have seen homelessness grow to unprecedented levels during their time in government, a failing healthcare system, a housing crisis, inaccessible education, and the suffering of so many people. “It is not that they do not know. It is that they do not care. The time for respectability, lobbying and sitting down with the Ministers for a cup of coffee is over. This Government deserves to be called out at every possible occasion, wherever they go. Being neutral and lobbying them is not enough – we must, at the next general election, boot them out of […]
[…]secure and comfortable when there is a written agreement between the parties, according to the findings of Student Digs: National Survey 2023, published today by the Union of Students in Ireland. The research carried out among students that currently, or recently, lived in digs found that 66 per cent of the respondents have a written contract with the homeowner and that in 68 per cent of those cases, the homeowner suggested they have such an agreement. USI has been lobbying for legislation that would make it a requirement to have a written agreement which sets out minimum protections for both parties […]
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[…]landmark policy response will, for the first time, see the state providing financial support in the construction of on-site student accommodation, and underpins the policy commitments set out in Housing for All. I am pleased today to confirm Government has approved my proposal to directly intervene in the delivery of student accommodation.” (statement here) USI President, Chris Clifford said: “When we heard through the media last week that Minister Harris was bring a new policy to the cabinet meeting and that the new strategy would be published on Friday, we were relieved that there finally seemed to be some action around […]
[…]Cunningham who will recite a poem by renowned Palestinian poet, Refaat Alareer, who was killed in the Israeli attacks on Gaza in December. The motion calls on the Government to ‘take its obligations under the genocide convention seriously and support South Africa in its efforts to stop a genocide in Gaza by intervening in the case at the ICJ as a matter of urgency at the earliest possible opportunity’. It quotes Article 1 of the Genocide Convention, which places an obligation on State parties to the Genocide Convention – which Ireland is – to take measures to prevent genocide. Additionally, […]
[…]Also, it is not fair for Government to expect these services to operate from year to year, only finding out in mid-December what funding they are getting for the following year. It is practically impossible for them to plan or to hire counsellors that will sign up to that uncertainty. It’s past time that student mental health services are properly planned for, and […]
[…]protest and support students with disabilities and disabled activists in general. The proposals in the Green Paper will negatively affect people who are on Disability Allowance, and 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 […]
[…]evening, and so have asked as many people as possible to come out and support them and we are joining those calls. TCD SU and TCD BDS are calling on Trinity to severe all research and business ties it has with Israel and to divest of any financial ties with the Palestinian occupied […]
[…]was proud to attend today’s rally, along with many students, to show that we condemn in the strongest terms, the racism that was on display last Thursday evening, and we will continue to work to end all forms of racism in our society. USI also attended to show its support to everyone who was affected by the awful violence and hate-filled atmosphere, particularly students and others working in the area. USI Vice President for Equality and Citizenship, James Curry said: “All of our thoughts are with the five-year-old girl who remains in critical condition in hospital, and the whole school […]
[…]has blood on its hands due to the inaccessibility of Transgender healthcare in Ireland. USI is joining trans and LGBTQ+ organisations, in calling for a complete overhaul of how trans people are treated by the health system in Ireland, saying it falls far below international human rights standards. The current system sees trans people waiting up to five years to even start accessing care, and GPs are not allowed to prescribe hormone replacement therapy to their trans and non-binary patients. A survey by TENI (the Transgender Equality Network Ireland) examining trans healthcare in Ireland found that 78 per cent of […]
[…]National Demonstration for Palestine and are calling on as many students as possible to join the march. “We need to keep putting pressure on the Irish government and the international community to act to end the ongoing genocide in Gaza. And getting people on the streets is the best way to show that this is what the people of Ireland demand.” Saturday’s demonstration is calling for: An immediate ceasefire to end the genocide in Gaza Ending Israeli apartheid once and for all Expelling the Israeli Ambassador to Ireland The Irish Government to place pressure on the EU to call for […]
[…]Unions across Europe are also involved in supporting Ukrainian refugees and students remaining in Ukraine. USI is proud to stand with Palestine and in favour of peaceful resistance against apartheid and occupation, to be anti-war in all instances, to mobilise against the collective punishment of Palestinian people, and to give weight to credible news and information sources reporting on the situation as it escalates. The USI Coiste Gnó calls on the European Students Union (ESU) to join USI in boycotting Israeli corporations, institutions and companies, and in advocating for a position of academic resistance, led by students and their representatives. […]
[…]positions will increase from €19,000 to €22,000 in January. While this increase in a step in the right directions, it falls short of the increase to €25,000 USI called for in its Pre-Budget Submission, the amount recommended in the Independent National Review of State Supports for PhD Researchers, commissioned by Minister Harris’s office. The increased amount does not even give PhD researchers, who contribute greatly to third-level institutes and Irish research in general, a payment equal to full-time minimum wage. USI Vice President for postgraduate Affairs, Muhammad Mubashar Saeed said: “This stipend does not accurately reflect the invaluable contributions PhD researchers […]
[…]today, according to the Union of Students in Ireland. USI welcomes the repeat of the reduction in the Student Contribution Charge by €1,000 and €1,500, the €750 tax relief for renters, the increases in the SUSI grant and the increase in the minimum wage. As Minister Harris said in his statement, the package will put some money back in students’ pockets, however, Budget 2024 had no measures that will have a medium or long-term impact on the cost of third-level education, particularly the student accommodation crisis and USI sees that as a missed opportunity. As student representatives it is difficult […]
[…]health crisis currently affecting our young people, including our students. This crisis was shown in the Jigsaw My World 2 survey where 8,290 of those surveyed were students, and of the over 8,000 student respondents, 10 per cent said that they had attempted suicide. Of those who tried to take their own lives, 54 per cent said they tried to get help afterwards, and of those, 48 per cent said they found it ‘difficult/very difficult’ to access help. USI Vice President for Welfare, Colette Murphy said: “On this World Suicide Prevention Day, and as we get ready for the new academic year, […]
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[…]USI pre-Budget submission – based on the current USI policy file – will be finalised in the coming weeks and will be circulated to all involved in making the budgetary decisions and to Students’ Unions and the media. The Oireachtas members who attended or sent a staff representative on the day were: Alice Mary Higgins, Independent Aindrias Moynihan, Fianna Fáil Annie Hoey, Labour Brendan Smith, Fianna Fáil Brid Smith, People Before Profit Cian O’Callaghan, Social Democrats David Stanton, Fine Gael Denise Mitchell, Sinn Fein Eamon O Cuiv, Fianna Fáil Eileen Flynn, Independent Fergus O’Dowd, Fine Gael Fiona O’Loughlin, Fianna Fáil Frankie Feighan, Fine Gael Gary Gannon, […]
[…]the eighth amendment and legalise abortion in Ireland, the Union of Students in Ireland is joining calls for urgent action to remove the barriers that many people seeking access to abortion still face. Students played a key role in the campaign to remove the eighth amendment and USI is extremely disappointed that there is still inadequate and unequal access to abortion in Ireland. Along with others, USI is demanding that the recommendations of the independent abortion review be implemented immediately. USI Vice President for Campaigns, Ross Boyd said: “We are calling on Government to treat abortion as a healthcare issue […]
[…]Palestinian people on the 75th anniversary of the Nakba and reiterates its commitment to highlighting the systematic abuses faced by Palestinians at the hands of Israel. Today, May 15, is the anniversary of the Nakba, or ‘the Catastrophe,’ where Palestinians were expelled from their historic and ancestral land. Since then, ongoing actions have created over eight million refugees and over 800,000 internally displaced people through territorial fragmentation; segregation and control; dispossession of land and property; and denial of economic and social rights. The student movement has historically been at the forefront of important societal change, and on […]
[…]legislation and follow international standards of good practice that support the recruitment, training and career development of researchers. The regulatory architecture being created by the Bill lacks academic representation and puts the researcher out of formation, management and oversight of the new agency. Our experience with the funding agencies that exist has been quite poor. From sick and maternity leave to research funds, the research agencies have always closed their doors to students’ and postgraduate researchers’ concerns. There is nothing in this Bill which will ensure that all stakeholders will be engaged and listened to when it comes to general […]
[…](MTU Cork SU) Vice-President for the Dublin Region Nathan Murphy (DCU SU) As there were no remaining candidates for the positions of Vice-President for the Border, Midlands and Western Region and Leas-Uachtarán don Ghaeilge (Vice President for the Irish Language), bi-elections will […]
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[…]the necessary resources, immediately. Sarah said: “Every woman has a right to be, and feel, safe in their homes, relationships, and communities; and as a society we all have a role to play in ensuring that happens. A year on from the devastating death of Ashling Murphy, USI backs calls from the National Women’s Council of Ireland for Government to complete the Domestic Homicide Review and take whatever action is needed to stop violence against women in Ireland.” Since Ashling’s death, a further 15 women have been killed on the island of Ireland, and we remember them all today. They […]
[…]the necessary resources, immediately. Sarah said: “Every woman has a right to be, and feel, safe in their homes, relationships, and communities; and as a society we all have a role to play in ensuring that happens. A year on from the devastating death of Ashling Murphy, USI backs calls from the National Women’s Council of Ireland for Government to complete the Domestic Homicide Review and take whatever action is needed to stop violence against women in Ireland.” Since Ashling’s death, a further 15 women have been killed on the island of Ireland, and we remember them all today. They […]
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[…]college authorities that students are not an endless money pit and to call for meaningful change in the way third-level education is funded. Campuses across Ireland saw huge crowds gather as the vast majority of students in USI affiliated colleges and universities took part in the Student Walkout. Commenting on the vast numbers shown in videos and photographs across social media today, USI President, Beth O’Reilly said USI wasn’t surprised by the numbers as the union is well aware of the depth of feeling on the issue. Beth said: “The support for today’s Student Walkout is indicative of the number of […]
[…]Ireland and the Irish Research Council that invites postgraduate students to submit a video explaining their research and why it matters. Video entries are judged on the communication of the research project, how they engage the viewer, and in the originality and creativity of their presentation. David Nolan was judged the overall winner. David’s video, ‘Sex Differences in Adaptation to Exercise,’ explains their doctoral project at the School of Health & Human Performance, Dublin City University. The video focuses on the broad area of sex-differences in adaptation to exercise, focusing on female specific considerations which we study through the lens […]
[…]fees. In our Pre-Budget submission, USI called for a permanent €1,000 reduction in fees. In these expensive times, this ‘once-off’ reduction will be quickly spent on high rents and soaring costs-of-living. “Through this reduction, the Government is recognising that high fees are a barrier to accessing higher education. And the measures set to be introduced to SUSI from next year will not remove the significant barriers that currently face the hardest-pressed students and their families. We need a move towards publicly funded higher education now. We also don’t see any measures in this Budget to address the serious student accommodation […]
[…]newly emerging issue for the students of Ireland. Between having the highest third level fees in the EU and the complete lack of affordable purpose-built student accommodation, many students are forced to choose between paying bills or putting food on the table. “Following the formation of the Department of Higher Education, many thought the problems facing third level students would, for the first time, be prioritised by Government. Unfortunately, the main issues facing most students are still largely unresolved. “The student accommodation crisis is probably the worst it has ever been. Many students are facing a year of lengthy commutes as there are simply not enough beds to house the number of students that require them. Investment […]
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[…]two runners-up for most creative video and most informative video, with the winners of each winning prizes of €250, respectively. Eligibility The call is open to all postgraduates registered to a higher education institution on the island of Ireland, regardless of funding or area of research. How to Apply To participate in the competition, we are asking you to create a video about the research that you are doing, discussing why you are doing this research, what you have learned or hope to learn, and why you think this research matters. Upon completion of your video, upload it to your […]
[…]Student Sport Ireland (SSI) by the Union of Students in Ireland to confirm if the hugely disappointing decision by the IRFU to ban Trans women from contact rugby will affect student competitions. USI is disgusted by today’s announcement by the IRFU that Trans women will not be allowed to take part in women’s contact rugby competitions for the upcoming season, and will not stand by while any students are excluded from playing the sport they love. USI President, Beth O’Reilly said: “USI has been in touch with both the IRFU and SSI to get clarity on what this decision means for […]
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[…]system. USI is pleased to hear that the Minister will publish a report ahead of each Budget outlining the cost of third level education and how they intend to tackle these costs for students. The most recent research on this shows that the cost of going to college currently stands at around €50,000 for students, including fees, accommodation and other costs – this is not acceptable or sustainable. Minister Harris indicated in January that there would be a significant reduction to the Student Contribution Charge in the next Budget and despite no commitment today to do that, USI will continue […]
[…]2022. Over 200 delegates from colleges and universities across the island have come together in the Knightsbrook Hotel in county Meath for the first in-person USI Congress since before the COVID-19 pandemic. Beth was elected Vice President for Campaigns at USI in 2021, having previously served as Commercial and Fundraising Officer in UCC SU – Beth graduated from UCC with a BA in Politics and History. USI Vice President for the Southern Region and former WITSU student, John Fortune was elected Vice President for Equality and Citizenship, while the rest of the Coiste Gnó next year will be new to […]
[…]Students’ Union and the Global Student Forum against war and expansionism, and in condemning the renewed Russian aggression towards Ukraine. As Russian forces continue a major attack on Ukraine, USI offers solidarity to students in Ukraine and to any Ukrainian students in Ireland – we offer our complete support and will strive to amplify their voices and needs at this time. As a matter of priority, USI is liaising with the Higher Education Authority and Students’ Unions across Ireland to establish the number of students from Irish institutions in Ukraine or Russia to help ensure their safety. The international student […]
[…]a three-year plan to abolish fees, with a €1,000 reduction made last year and the same again in the next two budgets. And while no changes were made to the Student Contribution Charge in Budget 2022, USI would welcome a €1,000 reduction to the fee in this year’s Budget, as reported in today’s media. USI President, Clare Austick said: “We know that Minister Harris has agreed with us that the Student Contribution fee, which is currently the highest in the EU, is too high and that it prevents many people from accessing higher education and that that needs to change. […]
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[…]for Equality and Citizenship policy and publications. Lead organiser of Equality events; Pink Training, Women Lead, EMpower, the Conference for Students with Disabilities, the Mature Students’ Seminar. With the Vice President for Campaigns, runs Equality related campaigns such as Voter registration and Disability awareness. Sits on the Board of AHEAD Ireland and ICOS (Irish Council for International Students) Chairs the Equality and Citizenship working group at National Council. Co-chairs of the USI/AHEAD Students with Disabilities advisory group. Vice President for the Border, Midlands and Western Regional: Regional officer who works with the following colleges: Maynooth University, Dundalk Institute of […]
[…]SUs on plans to make venues safer for students and others, looking at actions such as further training for staff, monitors looking out for spiking and bag and person searches. USI Vice President for Welfare, Somhairle Brennan: “When the nightlife industry reopened, we saw a trend of spiking taking place on a national scale. This undoubtably caused some alarm and fear among students, other partygoers and those working in the industry. It is the responsibility of venues and clubs to work to keep their patrons safe and to build spaces that protect their partygoers. However, that should happen in conjunction […]
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