Unions optimistic Govt plans will make reopened schools safe for teachers and students

The country’s two largest teacher unions have expressed optimism that the Government’s plans to allow schools reopen at the end of August, which are due to be announced later today, will enable all teachers and students to operate in a safe environment.

Leaders of the Irish National Teachers’ Organisation and Association of Secondary Teachers’ Ireland have welcomed the outline of the plan due to be signed off at this afternoon’s meeting of the Cabinet but expressed concern that the funding would be adequate.