Newer teachers are demanding the same wages as their colleagues, saying itÂ’s a matter of equality.

All three unions are holding their annual conferences this week, and calling for equal pay as a matter of urgency.

It comes as the Education MinisterÂ’s announced plans to reduce school costs for parents.

Juliette Gash reports from the ASTI conference in Co. Kerry;

ASTI President Ed Byrne discusses what to expect at the first day of Convention 2017 #ASTI17 pic.twitter.com/qQFzxG5F5l

— ASTI (@astiunion) April 18, 2017

Both unions are headed towards the destination of pay parity. #TUI17

— Teachers' Union Ire. (@TUIunion) April 18, 2017