Union calls for change to DESC's 'dysfunctional culture'

NASUWT reacts following publication of Beamans report

There needs to be a change to the dysfunctional culture at the education department.

That's the call from the local negotiating secretary for the NASUWT union following the publication of a report into the Department of Education, Sport and Culture's management of the Island's schools.

The findings by Beamans highlight a fractured relationship and lack of appreciation for teachers.

Speaking ahead of the announcement that DESC CEO Ronald Barr has left his role, Geraldine O'Neill says there's still work to be done: