Mary O’Rourke: The day I announced our worst ever pupil-teacher ratio
If 1987 was a low point, then 2021 is a milestone in Irish education history
Direct provision in Ireland: How and why the system was introduced
European pressure was applied to Ireland to change approach to asylum seekers on welfare
Ireland’s love affair with multinationals is set to change - but how can we adapt?
The days of Ireland using its corporate tax regime as a key attraction for foreign direct investment may be numbered - but where do we go next?
Government kicks to touch as big decisions loom
Good intentions in relation to key areas such as housing are no substitute for decisions
The Irish Times view on higher education: a system at risk
A long-term funding model is urgently needed to ensure our third-level system is fit for purpose
Consideration of student loan scheme for third-level to be delayed
Government applies to European Commission to carry out detailed economic analysis
The Irish Times view on funding higher education: status quo is unsustainable
If the Government is serious about building the best education system in Europe, it must act accordingly
Falling primary school numbers will lead to ‘hundreds’ of surplus teachers
Almost 700 fewer primary teachers will be required between 2019 to 2021, review finds
Universities seek €234m funding injection in Budget 2019
Serious quality issues at third-level exist from decades of underfunding, IUA says
Government to examine ways of improving university performance in global rankings
Higher Education Authority chief warns that funding for system is ‘not sustainable’
Dialogue between reason and religion an antidote to populism
Rite&Reason: Project on religion and peacebuilding initiated at Maynooth
Work on student loan scheme under way, says Minister
Oireachtas committee urged to forge consensus on future funding for third level
Senior gardaí invited to discuss future of force with commissioners
300 senior officers expected at two-day Garda ‘think-tank’
Why a student loan system is the best way to fund third level
It’s time for politicians to make some difficult calls and get such a scheme up and running
Corrib gas timeline: 20 years of protests and controversy
Shell sells stake marking milestone in project beset by problems and court cases
USI echoes UCD warning on places for Irish students
EU students face displacement by ‘more lucrative’ students from outside EU, union says
Employers resist Government moves to force them to pay more for education
Ministers Richard Bruton and Paschal Donohoe say increase in employers’ levy needed to tackle ‘crisis’ in funding
USI raises concerns over higher level spending
Union leader calls for postponement of decision on funding of higher level education
Time to get moving on technological universities
A new category of university will further enhance the quality of education
Universities owed thousands in unpaid fees and charges
NUI Maynooth leads list with €450,000 in unpaid Student Contribution Charges
Graduates could pay up to €150 a month for 15 years under loan scheme
System would not deter students from disadvantaged areas, Oireachtas committee told
Failure to agree on third-level funding will damage careers of Irish students
Peter Cassells says student loan scheme is one of a number of viable options
Government needs vision and delivery plan for public-sector pay
Cabinet must behave like a corporate entity to end uncertainty on public pay policy
Broke Irish universities are slipping down the rankings and missing Brexit opportunities
State could become global hub for research but underfunding has hamstrung colleges
Thousands take to the streets in Dublin to protest against student loans
Student union president says loan system would adversely affect right to education
Thousands rally in Dublin protest against student fees
Demonstrators warn of impact income contingent loans would have on young people
University chiefs to appear before Oireachtas over funding crisis
International expert says Irish authorities should avoid a UK-style student loan scheme
Third-level funding is major budget issue, says Martin
Enda Kenny tells Dáil that Cabinet discussions are already under way on the issue
Can our top universities' reputation survive another fall in global rankings?
Almost a decade of spending cuts and falling staff numbers seem to be taking their toll
Kenny says stability would be the best outcome from Brexit
Taoiseach says implications from triggering of article 50 by Theresa May will be profound
No self-doubt for Micheál Martin as he stays centred
Analysis: The Fianna Fáil leader is looking strong but still keeping his powder dry
Fianna Fáil meets in Carlow for pre-Dáil think-in
Brexit and homelessness high on agenda for party meeting before Oireachtas returns
University rankings: Bruton insists funding hinges on reform
Colleges pitch for resources as standings tumble, but Minister notes need for vision
Bruton says universities must reform in return for more money
Education minister responds to colleges’ demands after fall in rankings
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