Some schools in Waterford will be 'challenged' to reopen on time despite extra funding

Some schools in Waterford will be 'challenged' to reopen on time at the end of this month despite extra funding to protect pupils and staff.

A support package of 375 million euro was announced earlier this week to include hiring extra teachers and purchasing PPE for schools across the country.

John Curtis, from the Joint Managerial Body, says the money covers most of what schools need but some will still be under pressure to get pupils back on time.