Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 6 May 2026
454. Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Education and Youth if she will review the case of a person (details supplied); if she will provide an update on an incremental credit application submitted to her Department; if she will outline the expected timeframe for processing; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [33232/26]
View answerThe criteria for the award of incremental credit are set out in the department’s Circulars 10/2001 for Primary teachers, and 29/2007 and 29/2010 for Post-Primary teachers. The criteria for the award of incremental credit to recognised teachers were agreed under the auspices of the Teachers Conciliation Council.
These circulars provide for the award of incremental credit in respect of overseas teaching service, both within and outside the EU. Where a school satisfies the criteria set out in the circulars to have service at that school recognised for incremental credit, an award of incremental credit can be made.
An application for Incremental Credit has been received by my Department from the person named. Applications are processed in date of receipt order and my Department will correspond directly with this teacher in due course.
