Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald has called for clarity from Fine Gael leader Simon Harris regarding comments made by Ryanair boss Michael O’Leary at a Fine Gael event. O’Leary suggested that employing many teachers to achieve goals may not be prudent, prompting McDonald to defend educators, emphasizing their vital role in society. She labeled the remarks ‘inappropriate’ and called for Harris to address the issue. Fine Gael candidate Peter Burke expressed support for teachers while acknowledging differing views. Fianna Fáil leader Micheál Martin also rejected O’Leary’s comments, reaffirming the importance of education in modern Ireland.