As the government blocks funding for major social-housing projects, FF and FG councillors point fingers at ministers
As many as 1,325 social homes in Dublin city are at an advanced stage, with planning granted – but now with no clear funding.
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Alicja: Low Wages Ignore the Many Demands of Bar and Hotel Work
Pay for people working in hotels, bars and restaurants is half the national average. But this can be hard, physical, sometimes dangerous work.
Alicja: We Need to Keep an Eye on Work Conditions in ICT and Finance
While average pay is still high, there appears to be a creeping two-tier system, with many employees on fixed-term, low-pay contracts doing routine work, writes researcher Alicja Bobek.
Alicja: The Cranes Are Back, but Working Conditions Aren’t
Far more construction workers today are self-employed than before the crash, which means they’re getting lower wages and fewer protections.
Alicja: As the Hospitality Sector Thrives, Workers Deserve a Cut
The low-wages and flexible hours in the hospitality sector are good for employers, but not for employees. It’s time the benefits were passed on, writes Alicja Bobek.