Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 2 May 2017
334. Deputy Noel Rock asked the Minister for Education and Skills if he will consider granting a yearly bonus to maths teachers who hold a master's degree or PhD in maths in order to address the shortage of qualified maths teachers here; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19702/17]
Amharc ar fhreagraIn 2012 a public service-wide review of pay and allowances was carried out by the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform. As a result of the review, qualification allowances and certain other premium payments were abolished with effect from 1st February 2012. The Department of Education and Skills Circular 0008/2013 outlines the effect of this decision on teachers.
