Cathal Crowe (Clare, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

I ask about the Expressway bus service from Dublin to the regions. Three weeks ago, Bus Éireann indicated it was considering closing them early in 2021. They are essential, as the Minister of State will understand given that she is a Deputy from the west. If it was to withdraw, it would be punitive for the rural counties. Has progress been made on that? What are the real issues? Is it just funding or are there other issues with passenger restrictions that it feels are inhibitive at this time?