Join INTO’s National Education Debate
19/11/2024
Be part of a key moment in Ireland’s General Election campaign by tuning into INTO’s National Education Debate on Tuesday, 19 November 2024, from 4:30pm to 6:00pm. This live-streamed event will shine a spotlight on the critical issues impacting primary and special education, directly engaging the political leaders seeking your vote. The debate will be chaired … Continued
Rally for Unity and Hope
13/11/2024
The trade union movement was built on the simple idea of uniting working people to stand stronger together, both at home and abroad. We stand for solidarity, decent work, and the pursuit of better lives and social justice for all, regardless of background.
No-frills budgeting won’t fly in our schools: Investing in education must be Ireland’s top priority
11/11/2024
Outrage continues to grow across the country in response to the offensive comments from Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary, who disparaged the teaching profession.
INTO Launches General Election Campaign: 2030 Vision – 30 Asks for Primary and Special Education
04/11/2024
Today, the INTO has unveiled its comprehensive General Election manifesto, calling for transformative investment in Ireland’s primary and special education systems. The manifesto, titled 2030 Vision: Essential Investments for Advancing Primary and Special Education, outlines the key areas of action needed to deliver an education system that truly meets the needs of all children and young people.
Another Year of Crisis in Recruitment and Retention Revealed by Primary School Survey
21/10/2024
The INTO, in partnership with the IPPN and the CPSMA, has released the results of an extensive survey, which underscores the deepening teacher supply crisis in primary and special schools in Ireland.
INTO secures 500 extra AP posts and nearly €40 million in funding but overcrowded classes persist
02/10/2024
Following today’s briefing from the Department of Education, the INTO has analysed the education commitments in Budget 2025. Below is a general overview based on the information made available to the union today.
Overview of key Budget 2025 changes to personal taxation
01/10/2024
The INTO acknowledges that a number of measures announced in Budget 2025 will benefit workers and households across the country. Here's what INTO members stand to gain from today's announcement.
Budget statement ignores real challenges in primary education
01/10/2024
The government has failed to address the urgent needs of primary and special schools in Budget 2025. Today's budget speeches lacked the clear commitments necessary to meet the ongoing challenges facing our schools.
Pay increase set to kick in – Circular confirms next increase under Public Service Agreement 2024-2026
30/09/2024
The Department of Education has today published Circular 0073/2024, outlining the latest pay uplift for teachers effective from 1 October 2024. A pay increase of 1% or €500, whichever is greater, on all scale points is due on 1 October 2024.