Treoir welcomes progress on Bereaved Partners Pension Bill – but calls for Consultation

Treoir welcomes progress on Bereaved Partners Pension Bill – but calls for Consultation

News Release issued by Treoir Tuesday March 4th 2025. Treoir has today welcomed progress on payment of the Bereaved Partners Pension to unmarried partners, but has called for consultation before final details come into effect. Treoir’s statement follows news today that the Cabinet has approved that a Bill be published which would change an inequity in … Read more

We’re Hiring! Office Administrator

Applications are invited for the following full-time post Office Administrator Treoir is seeking a dynamic, experienced person to join our team based in Dublin. The successful candidate will play an active part in the implementation of Treoir’s goals and have a particular responsibility for ensuring the smooth running of the office. How to apply: Please … Read more

We’re Hiring! Communications and Membership Officer

Applications are invited for the following full-time post Membership and Communications Officer Treoir seeks to employ a Membership and Communications Officer to the end of December 2025 with the opportunity to extend the contract for 3 years dependent on funding. We are seeking a dynamic experienced professional to join our team. The successful candidate will … Read more

Call to Enact Bereaved Partners Pension Bill

News release issued by Treoir For Wednesday, January 22nd, 2025. Call to Enact Bereaved Partners Pension Bill A year after Court ruling Bereaved Partners Bill has still not passed A call has been made to urgently enact the Bereaved Partners Pension Bill – which has yet to come into law a year after the Supreme … Read more

General Election 2024 – Treoir’s Election Manifesto

Treoir’s General Election 2024 Manifesto: Prioritising Families In our General Election 2024 Manifesto, Treoir lays out our key asks to the new government to create a fairer Ireland for all families. We’re advocating for policies to reduce poverty among single-parent families, make childcare affordable, address the housing crisis, and reform the family law system. Our … Read more

General Election 2024 – Canvas Card for Families

General Election 2024 – Canvas Card for Parents With the general election around the corner, this is a unique chance to ask canvassing politicians the tough questions that impact you and your family. Treoir’s Canvas Card for Parents helps you speak up on essential issues like the housing crisis, child maintenance, family law, and more.  … Read more

Update on Widow’s/Widower’s Pension Legislation for Cohabiting Couples

Widow’s/Widowers Pension for Cohabiting Couples 15th October 2024 The legislation for the Widow’s/Widower’s pension for cohabiting couples has still not been published. While this delay is frustrating, Treoir continues to engage with members of the Oireachtas to advocate for the enactment of this important legislation as soon as possible. Unfortunately, we do not have an … Read more

Treoir responds to Budget 2025

Treoir Responds to Budget 2025: Welcoming Positive Steps, But Calling for More Sustainable Support for Families  Friday 4th October 2024  Treoir, the national federation supporting unmarried parents, welcomes many of the initiatives introduced in Budget 2025, which aim to alleviate financial pressures on families. However, Treoir believes that a stronger focus on long-term, sustainable solutions … Read more

Back to School Guide for Unmarried Parents

Back to School Guide for Unmarried Parents For many single and unmarried parents, back-to-school season brings unique challenges. Aside from financial pressures, there are additional concerns surrounding custody, guardianship, and communication with schools. At Treoir, we aim to provide practical advice and support for unmarried parents on navigating these issues. This guide offers essential information … Read more