by Deirdre Clune | Apr 23, 2019 | Political News
It is in everyone’s interest that more support is given to working parents and we must give a clear message to parents that society values what they are doing. The is a hugely talented workforce in Ireland that is often ignored as they try to juggle their family life...
by Deirdre Clune | Apr 17, 2019 | Political News
The establishment of the European Labour Authority (ELA) has been approved at European level. The ELA will offer support for Irish workers either at home or for those working in another EU country by providing access for individuals and employers to information on...
by Deirdre Clune | Apr 16, 2019 | Political News
The European Parliament has approved new rules to protect workers in ‘on-demand’ jobs such as Deliveroo. The rules will set out minimum rights and demands increased transparency for those workers in the so-called “gig economy” or those on zero-hour...
by Deirdre Clune | Apr 9, 2019 | Political News
Journalism students in Ireland and across the EU are invited to apply for the 2019 edition of the Youth4Regions programme. Applicants are asked to send their best words or images on an EU-funded project to win a trip to Brussels and cover the 2019 European Week of...
by Deirdre Clune | Mar 12, 2019 | Political News
Parents of young children need support from the State, society and employers. Ireland South MEP Deirdre Clune has welcomed the news that the National Children’s Scheme has been launched, which aims to make childcare more accessible to parents. The cost of...
