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Schools Face Staffing Crisis Amid £250 Million Cuts

1/14/2026

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  • Ronnie Armour, a Department of Education official, warned of painful cuts due to a £250 million shortfall and told schools to limit staff appointments.
  • Sean McNamee, principal of St Paul's Primary, said services have already been cut and further cost reductions would affect staffing.
  • Dr. Graham Gault, head of the National Association of Head Teachers (NAHT), warned that schools are on the edge and cuts would compromise safety and learning.