National Student Walkout: Joint Statement from UCD Student and Staff Unions
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National Student Walkout: Joint Statement from UCD Student and Staff Unions

As student and staff representatives at University College Dublin (UCD), we are united in our call for urgent reforms to address the critical issues facing higher education in Ireland. Together, we stand in solidarity to advocate for an end to precarious employment in teaching and to secure the necessary funding that will support a high-quality student experience.


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Smoke and Mirrors: Budget 2025 Ignores the Real Needs of Students
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Smoke and Mirrors: Budget 2025 Ignores the Real Needs of Students

UCD Students' Union (UCDSU) has criticised Budget 2025 for failing to deliver meaningful support to students, describing it as another example of government smoke and mirrors. While the budget extends a €1,000 cut to the Student Contribution Charge (SCC), this gesture is unlikely to make a significant difference for the majority of students facing soaring costs of living and education.

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UCD Students Union | Pre-Budget 2025 Submission
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UCD Students Union | Pre-Budget 2025 Submission

The upcoming Budget 2025 presents a crucial opportunity to significantly increase vital supports and strengthen the quality of higher education. UCDSU’s pre-budget submission outlines these overdue steps.

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