Remote island teacher retention bonus policy to allow service time aggregation across schools

The Ministry of Education is planning to amend regulations regarding retention bonuses for teachers in remote island areas. Previously, the bonus required 'continuous service at the same school,' which discouraged teachers from transferring. Following coordination with teacher organizations, the new policy will allow teachers to aggregate their years of service when transferring between remote schools within the same county. This change applies to regions including Kinmen, Matsu, Penghu, Xiaoliuqiu, Lanyu, and Green Island. Teacher associations have welcomed the move, stating it will improve teacher mobility and stability in remote areas.