Michael O'Leary remarked, "The Dáil is full of teachers. Nothing wrong with teachers, I love teachers - but I wouldn't generally employ a lot of teachers to get things done." This statement sparked controversy as O'Leary implied that teachers, although dedicated in education, might not be effective in governance roles.
Eamon Ryan commented on O'Leary's remarks saying, "That's what Michael O'Leary does, that's his business model." This was in reference to O'Leary’s tendency to make provocative statements for attention, highlighting the conflict between business attitudes and public service.
Taoiseach Simon Harris defended teachers stating they are the "backbone of Irish society" and criticized O'Leary, suggesting he should "stick to running Ryanair," showing a clear rift between professional viewpoints on teaching and governance.
INTO responded to O'Leary's comments, calling them "outrageous and an insult to the dedication and hard work of our teachers," emphasizing how disparaging comments can undermine the profession and its societal value.
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