Labour Youth is calling for legislation in order to end the precarious working conditions caused by If and When Contracts. The prevalence of these contracts has been outlined as a problem in achieving secure employment by a study undertaken by the University of Limerick.

Labour Youth National Chairperson, Grace Williams stated: “The strengthening of workers’ rights in this government by the Labour Party has been incredible.

“The restoration of joint labour committees, the introduction of collective bargaining legislation, and the amendment to Section 37, as just three examples, have progressed workers’ rights past recognition.

“With the UL study finding the prevalence of If and When Contracts to be problematic, it is necessary that we prioritise legislation to protect vulnerable workers.

“We commend the work that has been completed by Minister Ged Nash in improving workers’ rights. In such a short time as a Minister of State, reforms have been made that will vastly improve the quality of employment across the country.

“However, in order to continue protecting workers, the Department of Jobs, Enterprise, and Innovation should prioritise action to legislate against the use of If and When Contracts.”