A chara, - As a member of the INTO for 27 years, I wish to state my support for the members of ASTI who are now preparing for strike action.
The INTO vote in favour of the PPF was carried by the narrowest of margins and then only as a result of a late concerted campaign by and on behalf of Joe O'Toole.
The feeling of disaffection within all three teacher unions runs deep and I regret that the ASTI is left to take the brickbats in an effort which will ultimately benefit all teachers. - Is mise.,
Maura Harrington, Doohoma, Ballina, Co Mayo.