Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 27 November 2012
303. Deputy Michael McGrath asked the Minister for Education and Skills if there are any circumstances in which a child attending a primary school other than their nearest primary school may be able to avail of the school transport scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [52592/12]
View answerUnder the terms of my Department's Primary School Transport scheme children are eligible for transport where they reside not less than 3.2 km from and are attending their nearest national school as determined by the Department/Bus Éireann, having regard to ethos and language.
Children who are not eligible for school transport, under the terms of the scheme, may apply to Bus Éireann for transport on a concessionary basis subject to a number of a conditions including the availability of spare seats on an existing service and the payment of the annual charge.
