Time Running Out For Tenants – Crowe

by Seán Crowe TD

Time Running Out For Tenants –  Crowe Dublin South West Representative Seán Crowe TD has said that time is running out for tenants that are relying on rent supplement and that many  face a stark choice between the possibility of an introduction of fair rent regulations to tackle rising rents, or face the awful prospect […]

Raw Deal For Carers Needs To Stop, Says Crowe

by Seán Crowe TD

Dublin South West Sinn Féin TD, Seán Crowe, has said he believes that the pressure on carers is getting worse and that over 7,000 people waiting on a Housing Adaptation Grant, a Mobility Aids Grant, or Housing Aid for Older People. Deputy Seán Crowe said: “There are around 60,000 people in receipt of a Carer’s […]

HSE Leaves Incontinent Elderly With Inferior Pads- Crowe

by Seán Crowe TD

Dublin South West Sinn Féin TD, Seán Crowe, has questioned the Health Service Executive (HSE) over changes they introduced which he claims have left many elderly incontinent patients with inferior pads. Crowe claims his views are backed by many service users and he has called on the HSE to immediately address the issue. The Dublin […]

Low Pay Commission Proposals Lack Teeth and Vision Says Crowe

by Seán Crowe TD

Sinn Féin Dublin South West representative, Seán Crowe TD,  has said he is extremely disappointed in the complete lack of  vision and the scope of the proposals being circulated around the legislative role and responsibilities of the Low Pay Commission, which he said “lacked teeth”. Crowe is critical of the approach taken by the Minister […]

New Figures Highlight Skewed Recovery- Crowe

by Seán Crowe TD

Dublin South West Sinn Féin TD, Seán Crowe, has welcomed the release of the latest quarterly economic bulletin from the Nevin Economic Research Institute (NERI) and said that their findings, particularly around low pay combined with skewed economic development, needs to be honestly and urgently addressed by the Government. Deputy Seán Crowe said: “The figures […]

Palestinian Sovereignty Belongs to Palestinians, Not Netanyahu- Crowe

by Seán Crowe TD

Sinn Féin’s Spokesperson on Foreign Affairs, Seán Crowe TD, has called on the Irish Government to implement the wishes of the vast majority of the people of Ireland, and act on the motions that were unanimously passed in the Dáil and Seanad, and recognise the State of Palestine. Crowe’s comments come after Israel’s Prime Minister […]

Cunning Noonan Won’t Fool Electorate On Austerity Remarks- Crowe

by Seán Crowe TD

Sinn Féin TD, Seán Crowe, has said that Minister Michael Noonan’s recent comments about the EU’s illogical austerity rules will not fool anyone into believing he has joined the anti-austerity ranks. Deputy Crowe said the Minster Noonan has implemented austerity for four years without flinching in the face of huge social and economic costs, and […]

Crowe supports Toys for Gaza fundraising drive

by Seán Crowe TD

Sinn Féin’s spokesperson on Foreign Affairs, Seán Crowe TD, after meetings with the organisers of the Toys for Gaza initiative has pledged his full support for their fundraising drive in order to ensure that the toys can be delivered. Crowe was joined at the photocall by TDs and Senators from Sinn Féin, other Oireachtas members, […]

Government Shamefully Vote Against Irish Neutrality- Crowe

by Seán Crowe TD

Sinn Féin’s spokesperson on Foreign Affairs and Defence, Seán Crowe TD, has described the Government’s decision to vote against Sinn Féin’s Neutrality Bill as shameful. This legislation calls for the insertion of neutrality into the Constitution and seeks to amend Bunreacht na hÉireann to ensure that Ireland will not and could not aid foreign powers in any way in […]

Crowe Welcomes Water Protester Releases

by Seán Crowe TD

Crowe Welcomes Water Protester Releases Dublin South West representative Seán Crowe TD has welcomed the release of  jailed water protesters on a technicality and said that their release comes at a time when more demands are being made by water meter companies for additional costs. Deputy Seán Crowe said; “I warmly welcome the release from […]