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From a practical perspective, the TRA investigations and hearings are already subject to lengthy delays. The latest report suggests that investigations take 25 weeks on average, with hearings taking a further 60 weeks. That is close to two years for an average teacher who is subject to a hearing to settle the issues of which they are accused. This element in the Bill broadens the TRA’s remit at a time when we have pressures in terms of recruitment. It sends a negative message to the profession.