Ms Fiona Ross:

I would like to think that my time on the NTA has prepared me for my time as chair of CIÉ, and that I will be able to bring some of the knowledge from, as the Deputy said, the other side of the fence to bear on this side with CIÉ. It has given me a great insight into Government policy and funding. I think I understand the dynamics on both sides a little bit better having had that opportunity. I hope I can make the transition appropriately and I look forward to doing so while bringing with me some good knowledge and experience, which I hope I can turn into a positive benefit at CIÉ in terms of my role at the NTA.

With regard to the free bus passes, I do not have a direct answer on this because it is subject to something on which I need to get a better briefing, so I apologise for not having a specific answer for the Deputy on it but I can get back to the committee on this particular point and I will do so.