School Transport Provision

Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 24 October 2013

Thursday, 24 October 2013

Questions (115)

Brendan Griffin

Question:

115. Deputy Brendan Griffin asked the Minister for Education and Skills the position regarding a school route (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45519/13]

Written answers

Minister of State at the Department of Education and Skills

A new school transport service to the school referred to by the Deputy was sanctioned by my Department, in accordance with the terms of the Primary School Transport Scheme. Bus Éireann, which operates the Scheme, on behalf of my Department, has advised that the service commenced on 21st October 2013.