There has been a record number of applications for the Bus Eireann school transport scheme this year.
130,000 people have applied since the government waived the 500 euro fee as part of the government’s cost of living measures.
44,299 families have applied for the first time, meaning some of those most in need of the service are literally being left stranded.
Sinn Féin transport spokesperson, Darren O’Rourke, says the Transport Minister needs to act:
