28/04/2017

School Principals Prepared To 'Go Into The Red'

A number of principals from schools across Northern Ireland have said they are prepared to go into deficit to ensure the education of their pupils.

The headteachers have signed a letter to the Secretary of State, James Brokenshire, stating that they will not implement a proposed 2.5% cuts to their budgets and that they are prepared to "go into the red".

It is understood the group of principals have also written to parents seeking their support and have appealed to the Education Authority for its backing.

(MH)

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