The findings of a new survey of over 1,000 Teachers’ Union of Ireland (TUI) members set out a range of concerns. www.tui.ie/news/survey-...

In today's Irish Times, TUI President Anthony Quinn sets out some of the key issues ahead of this week's Annual Congress in Kilkenny. www.irishtimes.com/ireland/educ...

Watch keynote addresses next Tuesday and Wednesday from this link: www.tui.ie//annual-cong...

In relation to Senior Cycle, Michael Gillespie, general secretary of the (TUI), said: “We must ensure that the integrity of the Leaving Cert is upheld and that the redeveloped Senior Cycle does not increase the pressure on students or the workload of teachers.” www.independent.ie/irish-news/n...

TUI representatives after meeting James Lawless TD, Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science yesterday and raising the key issues of members across the relevant sectors. Minister Lawless will address TUI's Annual Congress in Kilkenny on Tuesday, 7th April.

TUI representatives pictured with Minister for Education and Youth Hildegarde Naughton today, after a meeting ahead of Annual Congress 2026 in which the key concerns of members across a range of issues were raised.

Click the link below to download the latest TUI News (Vol 48 No 4) - March/April 2026 - which issued in hard copy to workplaces this week. tinyurl.com/mpfn7m37

TUI's delegation at the ICTU's Women's Conference 2026, which is being held at the Slieve Russell Hotel in Cavan. This year's event is being held under the banner of 'Achieving for Women in Work: A New Economic Model for Women Workers'.

TUI Assistant General Secretary Joanne Irwin awarding the TUI-sponsored Debating Mentor Award to Errigal College teacher Rosemary McHugh today. Also pictured are Anne McHugh, CE Donegal ETB and Martin Gormley, Director of Schools. The TUI is proud to be associated with this great event!

Did you graduate from initial teacher education in 2019 or 2022? Teachers’ Professional Journeys (TPJ) longitudinal research study - invitation to participate! tinyurl.com/46bas7ys

TUI has teamed up with Cornmarket and Breast Cancer Ireland to relaunch the ‘Pink & Blue Power’ programme this year. Thousands of eligible Income Continuance Plan members will be invited from March 2026. Full details at the link below: tinyurl.com/yucyh4vk

Les Begley (Area 7, Exec Committee), Hugh Murphy (Area 9, Exec Committee) and Ger Brennan were proud to attend the European Trade Union Rally in Cork on Friday. Trade unions assembled to protest EU Commissioner Michael McGrath's 'EU Inc' proposals, which unions warn could undermine workers' rights.

A message from TUI Deputy General Secretary Annette Dolan and ETUCE's European Director Jelmer Evers for International Women's Day.

International Women’s Day offers a moment to honour the millions of women who uphold Europe’s education systems while confronting the persistent stereotypes that continue to shape how society views them.

TUI Education/Research Officer David Duffy and Vice President Laura Conheady are this morning addressing the Joint Committee on Children and Equality on the issue of ‘Technology, social media and children’

TUI President Anthony Quinn currently discussing the findings of the latest recruitment and retention crisis survey findings on RTE's Drivetime programme. Retention of teachers now as big a problem as recruitment, he says, with unsustainable workload driving many away.

The TUI has called for access to full-time jobs for new entrants...It wants more career progression options and a halving of the duration of the two-year PME required to teach at second level...and for a reduction in .... unsustainable workload that is driving many from the profession.

“The continuing inaction of the Department is absolutely startling,” said TUI president Anthony Quinn. “It’s long been our belief that our policymakers have been happy to ride out the crisis until student demographics change. This is an insult to the students currently in the system,” he said.

'Just 6% think enough is being done at Government level to tackle the crisis, while over three-quarters believe more could be done to remove barriers for Irish teachers who wish to return from abroad.'

New survey findings - TUI calls for measures to tackle the unsustainable workload that is driving many from the profession. Students lose out as a result of Department's failure to tackle crisis. tinyurl.com/3zejcbs2

Representatives from the ICTU group of unions, including TUI Deputy General Secretary Annette Dolan, and HEA staff at a meeting in the HEA today to discuss funding policy related matters.

Webinar for TUI members on health insurance: Thursday, 5th March at 4pm Expert Dermot Goode will cover what you should ask at renewal, explain the upgrade rule and how to get the most out of your plan. Register at the link below! tinyurl.com/3rxnmp7j

The State Examinations Commission is seeking Superintendents for the 2026 State examinations. Details below.

TUI welcomes Circular 21/2026, which provides for award of CIDs to teachers for service in excess of 1 year. This measure was put forward by TUI and formed part of the measures voted on by members to support implementation of Senior Cycle redevelopment. Full details here: tinyurl.com/ytdpye42

The SETU Waterford Branch braved the elements this morning to protest over unsafe conditions in buildings across campus locations that threaten the health and safety of members. Concerns have been raised repeatedly, yet meaningful upgrades have been delayed or ignored. This is no longer acceptable.

The TUI attended the Joint Committee on Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science’s launch of its report on apprenticeships today. Many of the recommendations in TUI's submission were adopted by the Committee as action points. More details below: tinyurl.com/4ce7yehd

The first wave survey for the Teachers’ Professional Journeys (TPJ) Study launches next week for all teachers who graduated in 2019 and 2022. The study investigates teachers’ experiences during the first decade following graduation. For an overview, watch the video at this page: www.tpjstudy.ie.

Assistant General Secretary John O’ Reilly, Area 3 Representative Tomás McMahon and Associate Official Anthony Dowling pictured at the University of Limerick today, where they gave a talk to fourth year Bachelor of Education students about the profession and the huge importance of union membership.

The TUI has teamed up with EDUC Mortgages to help members navigate property decisions with greater clarity and confidence. The service is free and comes with additional benefits for TUI members. Click the link below for further details! educmortgages.ie/tui-mortgages/

The SEC Written Examiner Recruitment Campaign 2026 is now open. Find out about working as an examiner - including information on; assessment, fees, enhancing your teaching skills and future opportunities. Visit secexaminer.ie to register your interest or make an application.

Webinar for TUI members on health insurance: Thursday, 5th March at 4pm Expert Dermot Goode will cover what you should ask at renewal, explain the upgrade rule and how to get the most out of your plan. Register at the link below! tinyurl.com/3rxnmp7j

Members of TUI’s Equality Council with Keire Murphy, Senior Policy Officer with the ESRI, who gave a presentation on ‘Migration: Myths and Reality’ at TUI Head Office today

The TUI's Pre-Retirement Seminar took place yesterday in the Hodson Bay Hotel in Athlone. These seminars are always popular and we had 120 attending this informative seminar. A big thank you to the organisers and everyone who took part.

Make sure your voice is heard - Take the National Conversation on Education Survey tinyurl.com/4ssvdcyh

TUI's online training schedule continues with next Wednesday's hour-long session (5pm/11th Feb) on Eligibility for a CID, Croke Park Hours and Supervision and Substitution. Register at this link: tinyurl.com/yc37w7sr

Did you graduate from initial teacher education in 2019 or 2022? Teachers’ Professional Journeys (TPJ) longitudinal research study - invitation to participate! tinyurl.com/46bas7ys

"This is evidence of the drift by teachers from classrooms to employments where they feel better valued", said a TUI spokesman. "Irish teachers are highly qualified and have transferable skills that can be used in a range of employments across the economy." www.irishexaminer.com/news/arid-41...

Download the latest TUI News, which issues in hard copy to workplaces this week. www.tui.ie/_fileupload/tui-news-february-2026-vol48no3.pdf

TUI's online training schedule continues with Wednesday's hour-long session (5pm/4th Feb) on Transfers and Redeployment. Register at this link: tinyurl.com/yc37w7sr

BGBiVET – Breaking Gender Bias in VET has officially launched, a European project aiming to transform vocational education and training into a more equitable and inclusive environment. More details: tinyurl.com/44m9kju5

1% pay increase (or €500, whichever is larger) effective from 1st February 2026 under the Public Sector Pay Agreement 2024-2026 Full details and circular letters in link below. www.tui.ie/news/pay-inc...

TUI Associate Official Anthony Dowling and Branch Chair Vivienne Keenan attended the ATHE conference in Athlone on Saturday. The TUI was delighted to be able to sponsor the event and meet Home Economic teachers from around the country. Chef Nevin Maguire gave a demonstration as part of the event.

TUI's online training schedule continues with Wednesday's hour-long session (5pm/28th Jan) on Sick Leave. Register at this link: tinyurl.com/yc37w7sr

TUI's online training schedule continues with Wednesday's hour-long session (5pm/21st Jan) on Pensions, Additional Voluntary Contributions and the Income Protection Scheme. Register at this link: tinyurl.com/yc37w7sr

TUI representatives met this afternoon with Minister for Education and Youth, Hildegarde Naughton, TD. Issues raised by the union included unsustainable workload, the recruitment and retention crisis and concerns in relation to Senior Cycle redevelopment.

TUI Education/Research Officer David Duffy and President Anthony Quinn getting ready to check out the brilliant projects at the 2026 Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition this afternoon. @stripeysteve.bsky.social

TUI's online training schedule continues with Wednesday's hour-long session (5pm/14th Jan) on the following leave types: Partial Absences Leave; Maternity Leave (and Breastfeeding breaks); Assault Leave; Occupational Injury Leave. Register at this link: tinyurl.com/yc37w7sr

Best of luck to all students and teachers taking part in the 2026 Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition at the RDS in Dublin this week. This year’s event showcases 550 projects from around the country, and we look forward to visiting and seeing the innovation and creativity on display!

NCCA consultations - Design and Communication Graphics (DCG) & Music draft specifications and L1LP and L2LP modules tinyurl.com/2bkmaxwa