Ireland

NI Minister of Education asked to ‘explain actions’ over contentious trip to Israel

DUP’s Paul Givan visits school in Jerusalem ‘to learn more about Israel’s innovative approaches to ... inclusive learning’

The Northern Ireland Teachers’ Council, which represents five unions, described promotion of Paul Givan’s visit as an 'overtly political and divisive act'. Photograph: PA
The Northern Ireland Teachers’ Council, which represents five unions, described promotion of Paul Givan’s visit as an 'overtly political and divisive act'. Photograph: PA
Freya McClements
Tue Oct 28 2025 - 19:42 • 3 MIN READ

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Freya McClements

Freya McClements

Freya McClements is Northern Editor of The Irish Times