Helen Ogbu, the Labour Party candidate for Galway City East canvassed with Labour Party Leader Ivana Bacik to Roscam, where she spearheaded canvassing efforts alongside party officials and members, including Cllr. Niall McNelis and Fergal Landy, the Labour Party European elections candidate for Midland North West, among others.
During the event, the Labour Party Leader and her team engaged with constituents in Roscam, emphasizing the party’s unwavering commitment to its core values of humanity, compassion, integrity, solidarity, and meitheal – working collaboratively to effect positive change.
Amidst the canvassing, the Labour Party team encountered significant challenges faced by constituents in accessing childcare services. Women and families expressed their struggles in returning to work due to insufficient childcare options. Recognizing the critical importance of addressing this issue, the Labour Party emphasizes the need for the government to understand the profound impact of childcare accessibility on individuals and families. It is incumbent upon policymakers to ensure the availability of community childcare facilities to support the entire community.
Labour Leader Bacik said that the canvassing experience in Roscam reaffirmed the pressing need to address childcare challenges faced by women and families in our community.
“The Labour Party is committed to advocating for accessible and affordable childcare solutions that enable individuals to fully participate in the workforce while ensuring the well-being of families,” she said.
Furthermore, the Labour Party reaffirms its identity as a party deeply rooted in the community, with a vision for sustainable growth and progress. With the motto “deep roots, green shoots,” the Labour Party encourages individuals to not just think Labour but to embody Labour values and vote Labour to drive positive change in society.
The Labour Party extends its gratitude to the residents of Roscam for their engagement and valuable insights during the canvassing event. The party remains steadfast in its mission to champion the interests of the community and looks forward to continued collaboration and dialogue.
