KUCHING: Teachers who have served for at least two years can now apply for a transfer, says Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek.
Previously, teachers were not allowed to apply for a transfer within the first three years of service.
Fadhlina said the applications can also be made without any additional conditions.
“This decision was made after taking into account various views as well as the government’s commitment to the well-being of teachers,” she said in her speech at the 54th National Teachers Day celebration here yesterday.
Also present was Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, Bernama reported.
Fadhlina said the Education Ministry has appointed 1,470 teacher assistants for 2025.
“The ministry will also send selected teachers and officers for short-term overseas courses to gain knowledge and experience in specialised fields. This initiative involves an allocation of RM4mil,” she added.
Fadhlina also announced that 32 teachers will be sent to international schools in the United Kingdom under the Global Immersion For Future-Ready Teachers programme.
She said teachers will be entitled to a 20% discount on flight tickets through the MH GOM portal.
