My Department has already recognised this and has been working specifically on the technical support issue since January and will offer advice to schools during the Autumn term.

I am not good at dealing with the modern media. I have not felt I have been as effective as I should be.

However, the Government has made it clear that we do not encourage the recruitment of teachers from developing nations where there may be an adverse effect on the economy.

What politicians want to create is irreversible change because when you leave office someone changes it back again.

If bringing up the next generation is important, why aren't they the best qualified, the best paid? Why aren't we as concerned about their career progression as we are about those who work in the education or health services?

I think film is a very powerful advocate and message carrier.

I do recognise that, where recruitment difficulties persist, teachers can be put under great pressure.