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Ireland boosts Palestinian education with €4m aid pledge

Author: See.News

Ireland has pledged €4 million to support education and public services in Palestine, signalling a continued commitment to humanitarian aid amid conflict.

Education access drives Ireland’s top global ranking

Author: Breaking News IE

Ireland has claimed the title of the world’s most educated nation, with over half its population holding a bachelor’s degree and nearly two-thirds of under-35s achieving this level.

Passivhaus milestone sets new benchmark for school sustainability

Author: Premier Construction News

BAM UK & Ireland has secured Passivhaus certification for Dunfermline Learning Campus, now the world’s largest certified educational Passivhaus building.

Ministers unite on careers plan to future-proof workforce

Author: FE News

Northern Ireland’s new Careers Action Plan 2025–2028 marks a bold joint move by the Economy and Education Ministers to rewire careers education for all ages.

Rising teacher costs strain Northern Ireland schools

Author: Belfast Telegraph

Substitute teacher costs in Northern Ireland surged past £112 million this year, even as sickness-related absences fell and more teachers entered the system.

AI integration must reshape education strategy

Author: Irish Times

Ireland’s National Skills Council is calling for AI to become a core part of the education system, not just an add-on.

Rethinking education

Author: April Lara

All these stories ask one thing: what future are we really building through education?

Ireland’s English language sector hits record highs amid shifting global trends

Author: The Pie News

Ireland’s English Language Education (ELE) sector welcomed a record 128,761 international students in 2024, contributing €792 million to the economy — all while navigating shorter stays, rising operational costs, and stiffening international competition.

SETU construction begins with major boost for Waterford and Carlow

Author: Waterford News

After years of delays, construction is finally underway on two long-promised university buildings for South East Technological University — a move that signals renewed momentum in Ireland’s regional education infrastructure.

Santander invests $25 million to future-proof skills and unlock access to education

Author: Morningstar

Santander US has committed $25 million to advancing education, employability and entrepreneurship — a move aimed squarely at bridging the skills gap in an increasingly fast-changing job market.

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