A 2023 NASUWT survey highlights that housing affordability significantly impacts teacher retention in the UK, with over half of teachers feeling home ownership is unattainable on their salaries. A comparison of teacher salaries and house prices across 24 European countries reveals Ireland as the most affordable, while Hungary is the least affordable, requiring over 35 years' salary for a home. The report indicates a divide between Eastern and Western Europe in terms of affordability, with teacher shortages exacerbated by low wages and high living costs. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)