Joan Burton
Question:253. Deputy Joan Burton asked the Minister for Education and Skills his plans to end the current ban on promotions at the primary school level; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34790/16]
View answerTuesday, 15 November 2016
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Budget 2017 provides for the commencement of the restoration of middle management posts to lift the rigidity of the longstanding moratorium on these posts in both the primary and post-primary sector. A Department circular will issue in early January in relation to these new arrangements.
Strengthening leadership in schools is a serious issue and this announcement will provide additional resources to focus on leadership and management in our schools.