Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 4 October 2022
450. Deputy Louise O'Reilly asked the Minister for Social Protection if she will investigate if a person (details supplied) is entitled to a travel pass; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [48553/22]
View answerThe Free Travel Scheme allows people who are aged 66 years or over, and who are legally and permanently residing in the State, to travel free of charge on most CIE public transport services, LUAS, Local Link, as well as on the public transport services of a large number of private operators in various parts of the country.
Certain people under age 66 may also be entitled to free travel if they are in receipt of a qualifying primary payment from my Department. As the person concerned is under 66 years, they have no entitlement to Free Travel as they are not in receipt of a qualifying primary payment.
I trust this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.
