asked the Minister for Education whether it is proposed to pay to teachers an increase in pay similar to that granted to civil servants; and, if so, if he will state the annual cost thereof.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Teachers' Salaries.
Mr. Lynch
This matter is at present being dealt with under the schemes of conciliation and arbitration for the various groups of teachers. Therefore, I am precluded from making any statement in regard to it.
Is the Minister able to state what would be the cost, if such an agreement was reached?
Does the Deputy mean in respect of all teachers?
Global or seriatim. If the Minister has not got it seriatim, which is the way I would prefer to have it, I will accept the global figure.
The total amount is about £382,000.
Did I understand the Minister to say that this matter was being dealt with through the conciliation and arbitration machinery?
Yes.
If this case goes to arbitration, will the Minister and the Government accept the award of the arbitration tribunal?
That is another question.
The Minister for Health has some observation to make.