Person: Brian Collins

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<p>MRCI director Edel McGinley told the committee workers recruited into essential jobs on general employment permits cannot freely change employers for five years, which leads to poor standards and exploitation. Picture: Gareth Chaney/Collins</p>

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Employment permits trap migrant workers in exploitative environments, hears committee

MRCI director Edel McGinley said: 'If we don’t act, we are going to create division and conflict in workplaces'

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Cork league wrap: In-form Newtownshandrum join front-runners

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Club wrap: Carbery Rangers win battle of Cork champions; Dr Crokes stunned in Kerry

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WATCH: Waterford stag party serenades London underground station

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CIT reel in Douglas

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Junior Rugby: Clonmel reel in Kilfeacle to maintain grip on top spot

Cork GAA Round-Up: Rovers and Erin's Own meet in highly-anticipated final

A clinical Erin's Own ousted Midleton in the SHC semi-final, progressing to the final stage for the first time in nine years.

Mon, 26 Sep, 2016

Junior rugby: Clonmel get off to winning start in defence of title

Defending champions Clonmel got their Munster Junior League campaign off to a winning start with a victory over one of their main challengers, Bandon.

Mon, 26 Sep, 2016

Munster going for clean sweep and interpro glory

There should be a big crowd in Richmond tomorrow as the Munster Junior Representative team aim to make it a clean sweep of victories and with it claim the Interprovincial trophy.

Fri, 13 May, 2016

In-form Munster bidding to move into pole position in interpros

After a stunning victory away to Leinster, Munster will be brimming with confidence for this afternoon’s junior interprovincial with champions Ulster (Clonakilty, 2.30pm).

Sat, 07 May, 2016

Junior Rugby Focus: Clonmel and Abbeyfeale celebrate title wins

Clonmel retained their Munster Junior League Division One crown while Abbeyfeale are also toasting a title this morning.

Mon, 21 Mar, 2016

Steven O’Brien yet to decide Nemo Rangers future

Nemo Rangers manager Steven O’Brien has yet to give an indication as to whether he will stay in charge of the reigning Cork SFC champions.

Mon, 28 Dec, 2015

Alex Sheehan try helps Clonmel go clear at the summit

Rain disrupted the Munster Junior League program yesterday with eight of the scheduled games being postponed.

Mon, 09 Nov, 2015

Mighty McCarthy shines in Carrig win

Cork SHC: Carrigtwohill 2-27 Killeagh 0-18

Mon, 20 Jul, 2015

Hedge schools in class of their own

It is a well-recorded fact that many of West Cork’s small schools have a standard of excellence that frequently belies their size and resources.

Thu, 27 Nov, 2014

Galway dominate from the start against London

London 0-7 Galway 3-17

Sun, 25 May, 2014

Junior Rugby Focus: Kanturk move to second spot

Kanturk won the big game in Division 1 of the Munster Junior League to move into second place, two points behind leaders St. Mary’s, after their 34-15 away win over Clonmel.

Mon, 04 Nov, 2013

Councillor campaigns for VAT reform

There is "no rhyme or reason" to Ireland's VAT system, according to a councillor who is spearheading a campaign for VAT reform.

Tue, 17 Sep, 2013

Random acts of Vat in need of ‘comprehensive review’

It goes without saying that Vat is no laughing matter, but some of the rules are a joke — take, for example, the 0% Vat that hiring a limo attracts, while, on the other hand, hiring a wheelchair will cost you an additional 23%.

Tue, 17 Sep, 2013

VAT absurdities - Warped set of priorities

You would not think that a Facebook campaign for Vat reform would excite the public’s imagination but it has — and it is no wonder.

Tue, 17 Sep, 2013

Give us a break — our tax system needs a strong dose of common sense

AODHÁN O’Riordáin is a Labour TD for Dublin North central and Brian Collins is a Labour councillor in Co Meath.

Tue, 30 Jul, 2013

Why Vat reform makes sense

While there is growing speculation that the forthcoming budget might include income tax cuts, I think it is important that we consider reform of the Vat system instead.

Sat, 22 Jun, 2013

Exiles shock Sligo to secure first Connacht championship win in 36 years

London 1-12 Sligo 0-14, Ruislip

Sun, 26 May, 2013

Defiant Gilmore defends his leadership

Eamon Gilmore has defended his leadership of the Labour Party amid questions raised about his tenure by frustrated party members.

Mon, 08 Apr, 2013

Lane leads all the way to Clonmel

Cork hurling manager Jimmy Barry-Murphy enjoyed fine success on the coursing fields on Sunday when his Jacksons Lane, trained by Michael O’Donovan in Tipperary town, won the Derby Trial Stake at Abbeyfeale.

Thu, 03 Jan, 2013

’Haven ready to seize the day

Three Munster Club SFC titles in eight years is a feat Castlehaven can be very proud of — yet for one of the country’s most storied GAA clubs, 15 years since their last win is just too long.

Wed, 28 Nov, 2012

Collins looking to relive the glory years

At 19, life could hardly have been any better for Brian Collins.

Fri, 26 Oct, 2012

Company VP seeks High Court injunction to stop ‘biased’ inquiry

A senior vice president of a mobile phone technology firm, accused of being rude, aggressive and unprofessional to customers, has asked the High Court for an injunction aimed at stopping what she says is a potentially biased inquiry by her employer.

Thu, 04 Oct, 2012

Cuil Cougar out to go one better in Laurels

The draw for the Connolly’s Red Mills Irish Laurels took place at Curraheen Park yesterday afternoon and the track is set for a bumper night’s racing this weekend with the confirmation that all 11 first round heats will be run on Saturday.

Wed, 19 Sep, 2012

Second-half power show from Erin’s Own

A man-of-the-match display by Eoghan Murphy helped Erin’s Own to a comfortable eight-point victory over fellow East Cork side Killeagh in a lacklustre county SHC fourth round tie at Midleton on Saturday night.

Mon, 13 Aug, 2012

Slicker Killeagh kill off Cloyne

After that opening round Newtownshandrum heartbreaker a few short weeks ago, Killeagh were in no mood to squander a second Cork SHC chance in Castlemartyr on Saturday.

Mon, 11 Jun, 2012

Rovers have Rockies staring relegation threat

An historic day for a historic club in Páirc Uí Rinn on Saturday evening as Courcey Rovers beat Blackrock 0-16 to 1-8 for their first ever Cork SHC.

Mon, 11 Jun, 2012

Hopefuls looking to seal place in Laurels line-up

BY MONDAY afternoon, the starting line-up for the 2011 Laurels will be revealed and the draw for the first round heats made

Sat, 17 Sep, 2011

We never got the full picture

I BELIEVE the Referendum Commission failed miserably to do the job it was entrusted to do and explain the Lisbon Treaty to people.

Fri, 20 Jun, 2008

Old Belvedere end season in style

Old Belvedere 33 UL Bohemians 18, Anglesea Road

Sat, 19 Apr, 2008

Garryowen secure place in semi-finals

Garryowen 34 Old Belvedere 17, Dooradoyle

Sat, 29 Mar, 2008

Old Belvedere win secures top division statuts

Old Belvedere 35 Lansdowne 14

Sat, 22 Mar, 2008

Belvedere edge out Greystones

Old Belvedere 20 Greystones 19

Sat, 15 Dec, 2007

Budds turns on the power to light up Youghal

SCORING magic from full-forward Joe Budds and some class defending by centre-back Brian Collins wereinstrumental in Pobalscoil Na Trionóide’s narrow victory overGlanmire CC at Caherlag yesterday as the Youghal side bounced back from an earlier defeat by Templemore to keep their Dr Harty Cup ambitions alive.

Thu, 11 Oct, 2007