News - Labour Party
County Leitrim village praised for efforts in welcoming asylum seekers
A local Labour Party member says further investment in services are needed in the northwest.
May 18, 2026 17:20
Local junior minister rules out energy credits to tackle soaring cost of living
The Labour Party wants 400 euro energy credits for households with incomes of less than 80,000 euro a year.
May 10, 2026 13:41
Calls for minimum wage to be extended
Earlier this week, the Government voted against Labour’s National Minimum Wage (Inclusion of Young Persons, Apprentices and Interns) Bill.
Dec 19, 2025 17:27
Tributes paid to the late Jim Nolan
Mr Nolan was a well-known community activist who represented the party in Longford-Roscommon constituency.
Dec 19, 2025 13:15
Sligo-Leitrim Senator Calls for Debate on Ending Child Poverty
Labour Party's Nessa Cosgrove argues that child poverty is the result of political choices, and says the €750 million of VAT for restaurant chains or increased defence spending could instead be directed toward measures like enhanced child benefit.
Dec 5, 2025 17:05
Local senator hopes as many students can join protest at Leinster House tonight
The demonstration is due to start at 6pm this evening.
Jul 8, 2025 17:21
Local Senator appointed to Labour's "shadow cabinet"
Sligo-Leitrim Senator Nessa Cosgrove has been given responsibility for Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht as well as for Worker's Rights.
Feb 9, 2025 12:10
Labour add European candidate in Midlands Northwest
Fergal Landy was selected at the party's convention in Galway this week and is also contesting the local elections in Galway.
Apr 16, 2024 13:32
Local TD says she's likely to vote no confidence in Government next week
The local TD voted with Sinn Fein to see the eviction ban
Mar 24, 2023 13:16
President Michael D Higgins celebrates his 80th birthday today
Michael D Higgins has been the president of Ireland since 2011.
Apr 18, 2021 08:34Shannonside Newsletter
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