Teachers criticise Dempsey's latest consultation plan

EDUCATION Minister Noel Dempsey has been criticised by teachers' unions for starting another consultation process on the education system instead of acting on past reviews.

After hearing details of Mr Dempsey's proposed public engagement on future education policy, all three unions questioned the need for more consultation.

Teachers Union of Ireland general secretary Jim Dorney said the "Your Education System" discussion document published by the minister adds to various consultation processes which have examined the system in the recent past.