Minister Says Bus Eireann Move Will Reduce Options For Commuters

Tuesday, 29 September 2020 07:20

By Gareth Farrell

A Junior Minister says he's concerned that losing Bus Eireann expressway services means less competition among operators.

The semi-state company announced yesterday it's cutting routes from Dublin to Limerick, Galway and Cork, while the bus from Dublin to Belfast will be suspended indefinitely.

Bus Eireann has assured the Transport Minister Eamon Ryan there will be no redundancies, as staff can be re-deployed.
Minister for State and Limerick TD Niall Collins says the changes, due in 2021, mean there will be fewer options for commuters

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