The Labour Party has agreed on plans to bring forward legislation to provide for citizenship of children born in Ireland to non-nationals. [quote]It is a sad day for Ireland when local campaigns are required to ensure children can stay in our country. [/quote]"That is why the Labour Party will bring forward legislation to ensure children born in Ireland can become Irish citizens after a period of time, and can remain here. [readmore]877066[/readmore]Labour Party Chairperson and candidate for Wicklow, Jack O'Connor said: "I am proud that the Labour Party opposed this referendum in 2004, but we are now seeing the direct result of it. "I want to thank the many members of the public, and Labour Party who have asked for action on this, and all those who have campaigned for Eric to stay in Ireland," he said.

Source: Evening echo October 20, 2018 11:26 UTC