National News
Here you can find some of the major issues I’ve been working on in national politics.
Phoenix Park Traffic Management Proposals Welcome
Bus service could be potential game changer in ensuring local and inclusive access. Responding to media reports of the OPW’s traffic management proposals for the Phoenix Park, Senator Marie Sherlock welcomed the proposals. …
Where are the supports for Working Parents in this lockdown?
Expectation of “flexibility” by employers is not enough. Clear supports and choices needed. With working parents forced again to juggle homeschooling and their work, Labour spokesperson Marie Sherlock has said it is hugely …
Increase Mobile Data Allowances to Support Disadvantaged Children Learning from Home – Sherlock
In response to the Government’s decision to close schools, Senator Marie Sherlock has called for increased data allowances to support disadvantaged children to continue learning online. Senator Sherlock said: “We need telecoms …
Government must fund broadcast of educational content during school closures
January must not be lost month for many school pupils Government needs to allocate serious resources to broadcast educational content. BBC producing content next week - RTÉ and others have critical role to play. With the prospect of …
Tánaiste needs to stop holding up pay increases for contract cleaners
He needs to sign the Employment Regulation Order urgently Labour Spokesperson on Employment Affairs, Senator Marie Sherlock has called on the …
Dire situation in the meat industry shows need for Government action on sick pay now
Labour spokesperson on Employment Affairs, Senator Marie Sherlock, has said that dire conditions in the meat industry show the urgent need for …
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