Key issues pay-cut challenge to teachers [NZ Herald]
- Published: 22 October 2009
John Key laid down a challenge to teachers yesterday - sacrifice part of a pay rise so school support staff can have one.
Speaking at the Council of Trade Unions' conference, the Prime Minister was challenged by Frances Guy from the teachers' and support staff union, the NZ Educational Institute, over the nil pay increase offered to support staff.
The staff - including teacher aides, administration workers, librarians, nurses and therapists - are negotiating for a new collective contract.
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