Education Minister tells teachers 'no timeline on pay increase'

Education Minister Norma Foley speaking to the media outside the Government Buildings in Dublin about this year's leaving certificate exams amid reports that she is planning to rule out a hybrid approach to the state exams, despite calls from students and opposition parties. Picture date: Tuesday February 1, 2022.

There is no timeline for when teachers can expect to see an increase in their pay packets, but the government is "strongly aware" of the cost of living challenge, Norma Foley told primary school teachers this morning. 

Speaking before the INTO Congress in Killarney, Minister for Education Norma Foley saidthe government is “strongly aware” of the cost of living challenges for society, and that she “looks forward to discussion and engagement around the table” with teachers campaigning for pay increases.