Reverse guidance counsellor cuts, say delegates

Delegates at the Association of Secondary Teachers conference voted for an “immediate restoration” of guidance teachers’ numbers which were badly hit in last December’s budget.

Reverse guidance counsellor cuts, say delegates

According to the motion, which was vigorously debated, cutting the guidance counsellor allocation “not only adversely affects a vital service in schools but also the pupil-teacher ratio”.

One delegate, Noel Buckley, said that in the minds of the public, guidance counsellors’ sole function was to fill out CAO forms with pupils.

Already a subscriber? Sign in

You have reached your article limit.

Unlimited access. Half the price.

Annual €130 €65

Best value

Monthly €12€6 / month

More in this section

Lunchtime News

Newsletter

Keep up with stories of the day with our lunchtime news wrap and important breaking news alerts.

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited