Irish capitalism has failed most Irish people. The economy is characterised by levels of inequality and insecurity that are unacceptable in a democratic society. According to the International Monetary Fund, Ireland is now the fourth richest country in the world in terms of GDP per capita.

Summary Education should be funded and managed exclusively by the State rather than handed over to various patron bodies. Develop a National Childcare Service to

Our environment, the natural world and our towns and cities face an unprecedented crisis. The United Nations now predicts that temperatures will rise by 3C if drastic action is not taken to reverse the burning of fossil fuels

Summary  A National Health Service that treats people according to medical need. Establish an Independent Health Promotion Agency to promote health and preventative behavior. Abolish the HSE

1. INTRODUCTION A home is a basic human need, ranking alongside sleep and food, as an essential to sustain life. In modern societies a decent

Summary Opposition to IMF and WTO inspired neoliberal policies. Opposition to Trump’s brand of anti-worker US protectionism. Opposition to all forms of anti-democratic Investor Court

People Before Profit is strongly committed to supporting LGBTQ people in their struggle for full equality. In 2015 the majority of Irish people voted in favour of the same sex marriage referendum after a hugely positive Yes Equality campaign.

Gas, oil, wave, wind and solar energy are some of the astounding natural resources available in Ireland. These and other natural resources could be the key to Ireland’s economic regeneration, providing sustainable growth within the island.