Vol. 470 No. 4
165 Mr. Briscoe asked the Minister for Education if second-hand buses were purchased from Singapore; if so, the number of such buses which were purchased; when they were purchased; the cost involved; the problems, if any, such buses have given; the current routes of these buses; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [19012/96]
As part of an ongoing fleet replacement programme, Bus Éireann purchased 320 second-hand buses from Singapore in 1994. All these vehicles meet Department of Environment regulations, and, having undergone initial minor modification, are operating satisfactorily in the school transport scheme throughout the country. The cost of these buses was funded directly from Bus Éireann's resources. Further details regarding the cost of these vehicles is a matter for Bus Éireann.
