— Transform our streets and roads, urban and rural, using the Cycling For All principles, as outlined on outline at http://cyclingforall.ie/ — Provide funding for walking and cycling amounting to at least 20% of the capital budget for transport every year.

The mental health care system is broken in Ireland. Understaffed, underfunded  and a lack of political will to improve it.  Here in North Cork we feel the lack of mental health care staff and facilities are impacting on our families and friends. 

PhD students in Ireland, particularly those from non-EU countries, struggle to focus on their studies due to financial constraints, as stipends often do not cover living expenses. This forces many to take on part-time jobs, adding undue pressure. To alleviate this, it is proposed that the spouses of non-EU PhD students be granted the right to work in Ireland. This would provide financial support, aid in societal integration, and bring diverse skills to the economy. Other EU nations have policies allowing spouses of international students to work, contributing to economic stability and society. Ireland should adopt a similar approach. Currently, under Ireland’s Family Reunification Policy, non-EEA PhD students can bring their dependents, but many spouses face barriers to employment due to the need for work permits. This creates inequality, as some spouses can work without a permit while others cannot, despite both contributing significantly to research. The Irish government is urged to amend immigration regulations, allowing all non-EEA PhD students' spouses to work without a permit by granting them Stamp 1G for unrestricted employment access.

We want Monaghan County Council to pass a motion to stop the use of pesticides and herbicides

To make provision for the transfer of their Dame Street HQ for the purpose of establishing a Public Interest Observatory

Like the St Patricks day parade, Dublin Pride festival draws tens of thousands of people to the capital each year, creating revenue for countless businesses across the city. It is a focus point for the worlds media, and one of the biggest , and most colourful festivals to take place on the streets of the capital. Unlike the St. Patricks day parade, Pride has to rely heavily on corporate sponsors who, with each passing year, become more and more visible, overshadowing LGBTQ+ community groups with their branding. This has to stop. It is time Dublin City Council provided more substantial funding to the LGBTQ+ Pride parade.

Petition to Protect the Legal Status of HHC in Ireland To: The Irish Government, Department of Health, and Relevant Regulatory Authorities We, the undersigned, urge the Irish government to keep Hexahydrocannabinol (HHC) legal in Ireland for the following reasons: 1. Consumer Safety & Harm Reduction Regulation is safer than prohibition. A legal market ensures products are lab-tested, labeled correctly, and free from harmful substances. A ban would push HHC underground, increasing risks for consumers. HHC is a safer alternative to illegal substances. Compared to black-market THC products, regulated HHC provides consumers with a controlled, reliable, and transparent option. Lab-tested products prevent contamination. Keeping HHC legal allows authorities to enforce quality standards, preventing synthetic additives, pesticides, or toxic solvents from entering the market. 2. Economic Benefits HHC supports Irish businesses and job creation. The industry provides employment for retailers, distributors, and manufacturers. Loss of tax revenue. If HHC is banned, the government will miss out on tax revenues that could be used for public services, addiction support programs, and healthcare. Consumers will seek alternatives elsewhere. A ban won’t stop demand—it will only drive people to import from unregulated foreign sources or turn to illegal markets. 3. Scientific & Health Considerations No evidence of significant harm. Unlike synthetic cannabinoids (e.g., Spice), HHC is naturally derived and does not pose the same health risks. Comparable to CBD in moderation. Many users report similar relaxation effects to CBD, with less psychoactive intensity than THC. Helps with anxiety, pain relief, and sleep disorders. Many consumers use HHC for medical and wellness purposes, as a legal alternative to pharmaceutical drugs with more severe side effects. Legal access reduces THC use. HHC provides a middle-ground option for those who do not want the stronger effects of illegal cannabis but still seek mild relaxation benefits. 4. Legal & Ethical Arguments Prohibition doesn’t work. History has shown that banning substances only increases black-market activity, rather than preventing use. Inconsistent with other legal substances. Alcohol and tobacco, both far more harmful, remain legal. It is unfair and hypocritical to criminalize HHC when far more dangerous substances are available on every street. Personal freedom and choice. Adults should have the right to make informed decisions about what they consume, as long as it does not harm others. 5. International Context HHC is legal in many European countries. Ireland should align with progressive policies in countries where HHC is permitted under proper regulation. A ban would place Ireland behind global cannabis reform. Countries worldwide are shifting towards legalization, decriminalization, and harm reduction models. Ireland should not fall behind. 6. Preventing a Black Market A ban will create criminal opportunities. If legal access is removed, illicit producers will fill the demand with unregulated, potentially dangerous alternatives. HHC is already safely integrated into the market. Many businesses and consumers rely on legal, lab-tested sources—why dismantle a safe system? Consumer tracking & regulation is easier in a legal market. Authorities can monitor sales, ensure compliance, and protect public safety better when HHC remains legal. Our Request: We, the undersigned, respectfully ask the Irish government to: 1. Keep HHC legal and regulate it instead of banning it. 2. Introduce responsible regulation, such as age restrictions (18+), lab-testing requirements, and packaging standards. 3. Engage with industry experts and consumers before making any policy changes. 4. Recognize the benefits of a legal, controlled market rather than forcing consumers into unsafe, unregulated alternatives. We stand for responsible, informed, and science-backed decisions that prioritize public health, economic growth, and consumer choice. Sign below to protect the future of legal HHC in Ireland.

We hope that Waterford County Council, will follow similar footsteps and declare a climate and biodiversity emergency. Especially as County Waterford, is one of the worst offenders for unnecessary tree felling and illegal hedge cutting. We feel that they are not doing enough to update farmers and other members of the council and public, about the benefits of wildflower meadows, keeping hedges untrimmed during nesting and mating seasons, and the complete and utter need for trees to be maintained no matter what, in this climate we now live in. We have 10 years left before we have done irreversible damage to the planet. It is an extreme emergency, that needs to be resolved now. And the council could have a huge part to play in helping solve it. We demand that they declare this vital headline, and set out a clear action plan of what they will do.

Support the UNISON campaign Free School Meals 4 All for the delivery of universal nutritious free school meals for all children.

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