Coughlan facing a tough new curriculum [thepost.ie]
- Published: 28 March 2010
If the Tánaiste harbours any expectations of an easy ride in Education, the Donegal politician will be in for a sharp shock, writes Martha Kearns.
Tánaiste Mary Coughlan has been severely criticised over the past months for her handling of the crucial role of Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment. However, if she thinks that her new role as Minister for Education and Skills will be an easy landing, she should think again.
The teaching representatives are among the most hardline of the country’s unions, and they are not afraid to stand up to ministers. With the teaching unions about to embark on their annual round of conferences, Coughlan is taking over the reins at a time when the unions are at their most vocal and hardline.
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