Socioeconomy

Pay agreement 2010-2014 - Full Text

This Agreement will ensure that the Irish Public Service continues its contribution to the return of economic growth and economic prosperity to Ireland, while delivering excellence in service to th

First Quarter Exchequer figures - full texts - published April 2, 2010

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First Quarter Exchequer figures - Budget 2010

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NAMA documents - Update

This country has come a long way since we introduced the State guarantee 18 months ago. Back then, our banks were on the brink of financial collapse and our economy had gone into reverse.

€7billion gift to banks likely to undermine State’s finances and public services for years to come while failing to secure credit for businesses

Social Justice Ireland statement on NAMA and related issues.

Ignoring poverty could lead to serious problems according to EU Commissioner.

POVERTY is something we cannot afford, according to the European Commissioner for employment, social affairs and inclusion.

Are Europe's leaders giving up on Europe's poor?

Judging by their actions in recent days European leaders seem to be abandoning the most vulnerable people in Europe.

Social Justice Ireland challenges Government during presentation to Oireachtas Committee- 2010

Social Justice Ireland challenges Government during presentation to Oireachtas Committee

In a presentation to the Oireachtas Committee today, March 25, 2010, Social Justice Ireland has called on the Taoiseach and the Irish Government to ensure that the European Council adopts

Challenge to claim by European Commission Vice President Olli Rehn

Claims by European Commission Vice President Olli Rehn that Ireland’s bailout agreement is working have been challenged by Social Justice Ireland.  There is clear evidence that the bailout i