We’re spending just $1,143 per person on education while our peers are putting in $1,609—29% below where they are—all while our kids are crammed into overcrowded classrooms and our teachers are begging for basics. We’re not asking for some wild handout; we want $1,600 per person, just to match what the rest of the world considers the bare minimum for a future worth fighting for.
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Pledges (4)
“NNU will raise education spending to at least $1,600 per person through the next national budget, prioritising schools, technical education, vocational training and the skills needed for Northsea’s growing economy.”
“increasing education spending is part of our political program and we will do everything to bring it to at least 1600/person”
“Since we lowered our deficit, i think it's time to invest for young people”
“We wish for the education of our people to be necessary. And if we need to raise our spending budget, we will bring it to you. The people”