School principals say more funding needed for Covid-19 compliance

A one-size fits all approach to reopening schools will not work, according to principals.

The National Association of Principals and Deputy Principals believes it's not going to be feasible as each school has its own challenges.

It's calling for schools to be allowed take on an extra staff member to deal with COVID-19 compliance.

NADP President Alan Mongey told the Oireachtas COVID-19 Committee additional funding is also needed;