Teacher Service Commission Vacant for Five Months Due to Lack of Officials

Summary

The Teacher Service Commission has remained without officials for five months, delaying teacher promotions, examinations, licensing work, and other administrative decisions. The Education Ministry says the appointment process for new officials has begun and is awaiting a cabinet decision.

Key Points
  • The Teacher Service Commission has been vacant for five months after officials were removed under a special ordinance, disrupting policy and administrative work.
  • Teacher promotion processes, examinations, application management, and licensing-related work have been stalled across multiple levels.
  • The Education Ministry says the appointment process for new commission officials has already begun and is now awaiting cabinet approval.
  • The commission’s responsibilities include teacher appointments, promotions, teaching licenses, and exam-related administration under the Education Act.
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