School Transport.

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 5 October 2004

Tuesday, 5 October 2004

Ceisteanna (187)

Olwyn Enright

Ceist:

305 Ms Enright asked the Minister for Education and Science the person who is responsible for a child’s safety upon their exit from a bus until they reach the front gate of the school; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [23285/04]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Education and Science (Ms Hanafin)

The question of the legal responsibility for the safety of children alighting from a school bus and entering a school premises can only be determined having regard to the particular circumstances of each case, including the age of the child in question.