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Poverty at record levels in Ireland and the UK

SJI criticises Government as CSO figures show 756,591 people in poverty in Ireland.

2014.04.17.

Major conference on trafficking in Vatican this week

Hopes for agreed mandate between police forces on cross-border collaboration.

2014.04.06.

EU policies producing poverty and unemployment

New study reveals disturbing levels of poverty and deprivation in seven EU countries.

2014.03.31.
2014.03.24.

Pope raps Religious over ‘theoretical poverty’

Francis urges Religious Institutes to be transparent in administering their assets.

2014.03.09.

Cardinal-elect will reinforce Church’s justice mission

CSAN lauds Archbishop Nichols as "a consistently powerful advocate of social justice.”

2014.02.22.

SVP accuses Troika of ‘muted response’ to hardship

Charity continues to pick up the pieces of peoples’ lives following austerity and cuts.

2014.01.21.

Troika’s approach to bailout morally unethical: SJI

Troika’s selective use of data led to inaccurate analysis which led to inappropriate policy decisions.

2014.01.19.

Christmas is not just a day, it is a way of life: Archbishop

“Christmas spontaneously releases generosity."

2013.12.25.

Pope issues message for World Day of Peace

Pontiff warns of “tragic phenomenon” of human trafficking, in which the “unscrupulous prey on the lives and the desperation of others.”

2013.12.13.

First Minister praises SVP and Salvation Army co-operation

The battle against poverty is one we can win if we do it as a united community: Peter Robinson.

2013.12.02.

Operation Santa to transform Christmas for thousands

“We not only want to ensure that no child is left disappointed, but that no family is left struggling because of the cost of Christmas.”

2013.11.29.

Presentation nuns host Cork celebration for Nano Nagle

Bishops concelebrate Mass for 'the Lady of the Lantern'.

2013.11.22.

NI Minister affirms Churches’ role in creating a just society

Faith communities bring a deep understanding of social needs - Bishop Treanor.

2013.11.22.

SVP spent €40m in 2013 assisting those in poverty

Those affected include people in low-paid employment and the self-employed.

2013.11.21.

Crosscare in urgent need of food supplies Archbishop warns

“The shelves of the food bank are empty, the food is not there” - Archbishop Martin.

2013.11.15.

Volunteer Mission Movement tribute at House of Lords

VMM's contribution to international development highlighted.

2013.11.06.

Budget has created new poverty traps, SVP warns

Young people and older people targeted by Budget 2014.

2013.10.25.

‘Solidarity must be the defining value of Budget 2014’

Bishops and Catholic groups appeal for an end to devastating austerity policies.

2013.10.13.

Fuel allowance failing to cover energy price rises: SVP

Increased energy costs over past three years has negated value of allowance.

2013.10.04.

Bishops call on parishes to celebrate Day for Life

‘Care for Life: It’s Worth It’ focuses on care for unborn and mothers, the elderly and the suicidal.

2013.10.03.

Irish people still committed to overseas aid

New video shows the majority of people want the Government to deliver on its aid promises.

2013.10.03.

Budget cuts will add to children’s hunger Barnardos warns

“Successive Governments have betrayed families," Barnardos’ CEO, Fergus Finlay.

2013.10.01.

Honour 1916 by delivering equality for all SVP urges Govt

Those advocating more austerity are the well off who lack concern for the less well off.

2013.09.17.

Trócaire highlights damage of EU biofuel policies

Communities being forced off their land to make way for biofuels.

2013.09.05.

‘Get your glow on!’ SVP urge Electric Picnic revellers

UK “cannot afford poverty” leading Catholic charities warn.

2013.08.31.

SVP concerned by moneylenders’ new tactic

An Post's One4all gift vouchers offered in lieu of cash.

2013.07.31.

Legalising drug use will not help addicts Pope warns

Pontiff denounces "dealers of death" who profit from drug-addicted

2013.07.26.

SVP chides Government over child benefit cut

Benefit cuts could result in lower educational completion rates for children from lower income families

2013.07.24.

Poll shows continued support for overseas aid

Seventy-seven percent support investment "even in an economic down-turn."

2013.07.19.
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