The Social Democrats have been banging the drum about lowering the voting age to 16, and while it’s dressed up as a bold, progressive idea (and no doubt, many supporters of the proposal are well me…

The passing of Pope Francis closes a chapter marked by a voice that, despite its imperfections, consistently spoke for those on the margins. His papacy challenged the “me-first” mindset…

The passing of Pope Francis closes a chapter marked by a voice that, despite its imperfections, consistently spoke for those on the margins. His papacy challenged the “me-first” mindset…

Happy Easter! In this video I look back at Ireland’s pivotal 1916 Easter Rising. The Irish Transport and General Workers’ Union (ITGWU) – precursor to SIPTU – played a defining role. In 1916,…

I’ve just published a vlog diving into the Government’s talk of delaying minimum wage increases—and what it means for workers across Ireland. It’s a big deal, and it’s got a lot of us fired up. Fro…

Looking for fun May Day activities for preschoolers? This 30-minute Early Years workshop plan is perfect for 4-5-year-olds, introducing them to different jobs, gratitude for workers, teamwork (with…

The EU’s Adequate Minimum Wages Directive remains a critical issue for workers’ rights in Ireland, though its future hangs in the balance. Designed to ensure fair pay and strengthen collective barg…

The EU’s Adequate Minimum Wages Directive remains a critical issue for workers’ rights in Ireland, though its future hangs in the balance. Designed to ensure fair pay and strengthen collective barg…

Paul Gavan is to take on responsibility for the Irish Congress of Trade Unions’ campaigns on issues such as housing and trade union rights

There’s a new development on the streets of Limerick that’s caught my eye—and it’s one I feel I can stand behind as a workers’ rights advocate. Limerick City and County Council has just kicke…

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Lately, I’ve had The Blades’ “Ghost of a Chance” on repeat. It’s a track that’s been simmering in my mind since I heard the band are hitting Limerick this summer, Saturday, July 19th, a…

Almost 70% of 25-34-year-olds have said the cost of owning a home is causing them to delay getting married and or having children, according to new research.