Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 16 June 2005
172 Mr. S. Ryan asked the Minister for Education and Science if, in respect of school transport and the difficulties surrounding the immediate installation of seat belts in school buses, she will communicate with the Departments of Transport and the Environment, Heritage and Local Government with a view to implementing a maximum speed limit for school buses as an interim safety precaution. [20528/05]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe maximum speed limit for buses and coaches with accommodation for more than eight passengers is 80 km/h. However, drivers in charge of these vehicles, including school buses, must also observe the various speed limits on roads.
The safety of the school transport service is constantly under review in my Department. The Deputy will be aware that the question of introducing legislation to require motorists to stop on approaching a school bus showing flashing warning lights is being examined by the Department in consultation with the Department of Transport. Any other road safety measure deemed necessary will be examined in that context.
