Departments face cutbacks to cover Education overspending 

Public expenditure minister Jack Chambers warned of a 'challenge' within the Department of Education’s budget, despite a rise in funding between 2021 and 2025

Public expenditure minister Jack Chambers and Tánaiste and finance minister Simon Harris unveiling the Government's quarterly exchequer returns. Picture: Bairbre Holmes/PA

The Government would be required to reduce funding to other departments to cover the overspending at the Department of Education, according to public expenditure minister Jack Chambers.

Mr Chambers acknowledged on Tuesday that there is a “challenge” within the Department of Education’s budget, despite a significant rise in funding provided between 2021 and 2025.