Up to 400 people are expected to take part in a rally in Dublin this afternoon against government plans, which have been described as a move to shut down non-profit, local employment services.
Trade unions and the Irish Local Development Network are demanding a meeting with Social Protection Minister Heather Humphreys.
They say existing non-profits in the sector are effectively excluded from continuing their work by the wording of a tender for employment services.
Harris Stands By Dole Crackdown Amid Opposition Ridicule
Tánaiste says he is acting for working families, but critics say the target is tiny and the timing cynical
Greystones-Based Judge Helps Select Winner Of Amhrán Na Laoch For Irish Radio
East Coast FM among radio stations backing the competition which produced a winner from County Louth
Wicklow Football Boss Hails Departing Stalwart Mark Kenny
Ballymanus forward Mark Kenny retires from Wicklow duty as Oisin McConville freshens up his panel and backroom for a Sam Maguire tilt
Two Arrested After Greystones Gym Burglary
The pair are expected before Bray District Court today.
Wicklow TD Says Local Radio Is “Totally Underfunded” With Independent Sector Share Dwarfed By RTÉ
Fine Gael TD Brian Brennan challenged RTÉ this week on the apparent disparities in funding in media broadcasting
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