School Transport.

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 10 February 2009

Tuesday, 10 February 2009

Questions (514)

Phil Hogan

Question:

572 Deputy Phil Hogan asked the Minister for Education and Science if he will extend the school transport service for children (details supplied) in County Kilkenny; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4217/09]

Written answers

Minister of State at the Department of Education and Science (Deputy Seán Haughey)

Under the terms of the primary school transport scheme pupils are eligible for transport if they reside 3.2 kilometres or more from and are attending their nearest national school as determined by my Department.

The families referred to by the Deputy, in the details supplied, should apply, in the first instance, to their local Bus Éireann office. Their eligibility for school transport and the availability of a suitable service can be established at that stage.