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More incentives for teachers and doctors to return needed - Local MEP

Apr 25, 2025 12:41
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More incentives for teachers and doctors to return needed - Local MEP

Education Minister Helen McEntee introduced a measure this week to allow teachers who have worked in a school for a year to be made permanent.

A local MEP believes the Government hasn't done enough for teachers and doctors over the years.

The IMO and teacher's unions held their annual conferences this week.

Staff shortages and the emigration of young, qualified teachers and nurses dominated the agenda.

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Education Minister Helen McEntee introduced a measure this week to allow teachers who have worked in a school for a year to be made permanent.

Speaking on the Joe Finnegan Show Midlands-Northwest MEP Ciaran Mullooly believes there needs to be more incentive for young professionals to come back to Ireland.

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