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Eamonn O'Kane; Teacher and Teachers' Leader

By: Publication details: United Kingdom; The Choir Press; 2014Description: 130 Pages; PaperbackISBN:
  • 9781909300521
Subject(s): DDC classification:
  • 331.88
Summary: Eamonn O'Kane taught in a tough school in Belfast during the height of the Troubles, caught up in the deadly politics of the paramilitaries. It was from here he rose through the ranks to general secretary of a teacher union which recruited from both sides of the sectarian divide. He battled during the civil rights marches of the sixties in Northern Ireland and brought his sense of justice to the classroom and teacher union movement. His charm and sense of humour made him popular, even among those who did not share his views. He played an important role in setting up a national agreement with the Labour government, which brought teachers to the heart of education reform. His early death was a tragic blow to the wider union movement and the education system.
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Item type Current library Call number Status Notes Date due Barcode Item holds
Book Adult and Young Adult 15-17 Karachi In Store 331.88 OKA (Browse shelf(Opens below)) Withdrawn PKLC009832
Book Adult and Young Adult 15-17 Lahore In Store 331.88 OKA (Browse shelf(Opens below)) Available Book in Store PKLC011947
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Eamonn O'Kane taught in a tough school in Belfast during the height of the Troubles, caught up in the deadly politics of the paramilitaries. It was from here he rose through the ranks to general secretary of a teacher union which recruited from both sides of the sectarian divide. He battled during the civil rights marches of the sixties in Northern Ireland and brought his sense of justice to the classroom and teacher union movement. His charm and sense of humour made him popular, even among those who did not share his views. He played an important role in setting up a national agreement with the Labour government, which brought teachers to the heart of education reform. His early death was a tragic blow to the wider union movement and the education system.

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