The findings of ‘An End to Poverty in Europe’ show that whilst economic trends may present a particular picture, an analysis of social trends across EU Member States shows that the lived…
This section of our National Social Monitor: The Future Starts Now: Policies for the Next Generation looks briefly at health issues for young people.
Access to…
In Ireland, the National Policy Framework for Children and Young People and the commitment to youth participation through structures such as Comhairle na nÓg and the EU Youth Dialogue provide a…
Since 2022, Ireland has experienced a series of energy shocks, resulting in a prolonged spike in energy prices and subsequent knock-on impacts for households and businesses. This has led to a…
Budget 2027 offers an opportunity for the Government to reform some aspects of the current taxation system in the interests of enhancing fairness and sustainability. Below we outline a series of…
Public libraries are generally seen as simply a place for borrowing books and a quiet place to read the newspapers. A new report, 'Strengthening Europe through public libraries', published by the…
Liam O'Sullivan works as the CEO of Care Alliance Ireland. He holds professional qualifications in Social Work, Youth and Community Work and Social Research. His work with Care Alliance since 2004…
Earth Overshoot Day marks the point in the year when humanity's demand for ecological resources and services exceeds what the Earth's ecosystems can regenerate during that same year. Each year on…
The Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage has published the first Mid-Year Progress Report on the implementation of Delivering Homes, Building Communities 2025–2030,…
Social Justice Ireland welcomes the publication of the Summer Economic Statement and the outline of the fiscal parameters for Budget 2027 with an additional €8.5bn for additional…
