Teachers won't get accommodation allowance as crisis isn't 'unique' to sector  

Education Minister Norma Foley, speaking on Morning Ireland, pointed out the starting salary for a teacher is €38,000, which she said is 'higher than other countries'

Education Minister Norma Foley said the pressure around housing costs and availability is not unique to those working in the education sector. Picture: Gareth Chaney/ Collins Photos

Teachers in urban areas will not get an additional allowance to help them afford housing, as the issue is not "unique" to the education sector. 

That is according to Education Minister Norma Foley, who pointed out the starting salary for a teacher is €38,000, which she said is "higher than other countries."