Social Justice Ireland is an independent social justice think tank.
We provide independent social analysis and evidence-based policy proposals, with the aim of creating a sustainable future for every member of society and for society as a whole. In all of this, we focus on human rights and the common good.
Socioeconomy
Income Distribution
Taxation
Work
Housing
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People and Participation
Sustainability
Rural Development
Global South
BudgetSocial Justice Matters Podcast - 10 Minute Lessons: A Per-Capita Tax Take
Social Justice Ireland believes that, over the period ahead, policy should focus on increasing Ireland’s tax-take. Previous benchmarks, set relative to the overall proportion of national income collected in taxation, have become redundant following recent revisions to Ireland’s GDP and GNP levels as a result of the tax-minimising operations of a small number of large multinational firms. Consequently, an alternative benchmark is required. We have proposed a new tax take target set on a per-capita basis; an approach which minimises some of the distortionary effects that have emerged in recent years.
Mansi Rawat, Economic and Social Analyst, explains what that means.
For more see Chapter 4 of Social…
Budget 2027 - initial assessment
Towards an Affordable and Secure Homes Strategy in Budget 2027
Budget 2027 - planning for a Just Transition
Budget 2027 - a Budget for the Common Good
Social Justice Matters Podcast - Rosi Leonard, Friends of the Earth on the Private Wires Bill
Rosi Leonard is the Data Centre Campaign Lead & Network Development Coordinator with Friends of the Earth Ireland. Her work is rooted in the aim to build power at local level and to deepen solidarity between different groups who are fighting climate change and its effects on lives and livelihoods.
She…
Thought for the day
“To find the universal elements enough; to find the air and water exhilarating, to be refreshed by a morning walk or an evening saunter…to be thrilled by the stars at night; to be elated over a bird’s nest or a wildflower in spring - these are some of the rewards of the simple life.”
Building Better Supports for Ageing Well at Home
Government should prioritise social welfare rates in Budget 2027
Work, Low Pay & Welfare - Budget 2027
Recent increases in the cost of living have highlighted the continued vulnerability of low income households, particularly in relation to essentials goods and services. The Consumer Price Index rose by 3.7 per cent in the year to April 2026, highest since January 2024, driven heavily by sharp increases in education,…
Budget 2027 - Education, Children and Families
Investment in education at all levels is essential in Budget 2027. Government must continue to support and integrate new pupils and address issues regarding a shortage of school places, particularly for students with special educational needs. Budget 2027 must prioritise Government commitments on pupil teacher ratios…
Budget 2027 - Rural Ireland, the Regions and Communities
Budget 2027 and Child Poverty
Social Justice Matters Podcast - Budget Choices 2027
Fairness and Changing Income Taxes: A context for Budget 2027
