Jan O'Sullivan (Limerick City, Labour)
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I understand the superannuation element of the Supplementary Estimate as it arises nearly every year. It is difficult to predict at the start of the year how many teachers will retire. In the context of the shortage of teachers, particularly of certain subjects in post-primary schools, are efforts being made to hold on to teachers and encourage them not to retire? The Department cannot force them to remain, but not having enough qualified teachers of certain subjects is an issue.

Although it is off topic, we are all aware of the situation at Grafton College. I do not know whether we will have a chance to raise the issue with the Minister.