Gus John, an academic and advocate for equality and human rights, questions the ethics of England recruiting heavily from Jamaica, resulting in teacher shortages in the Caribbean. He reflects on his experience in Hackney, where he recruited teachers from Trinidad to address shortages, emphasising support and integration measures. He argues against the current recruitment strategy, highlighting concerns about workload expectations, cultural clashes, and academic discrimination. John suggests a shift in mindset, advocating for investment in Jamaica’s education system rather than poaching its teachers. He urges England to consider its historical responsibility and prioritise mutual benefit over exploitation.
