Catherine Murphy (Kildare North, Social Democrats) | Oireachtas source

The school transport scheme appears to be undergoing changes. At this point in the year parents are beginning to worry that there will not be a seamless arrangement in September. Many rely on this service, particularly concession passengers in going to work. Will we be given the information in a timely manner if there are to be changes, in the light of the difficulties this issue can cause during the school holidays?

Given the importance of the Irish Glass Bottle site and the large proposal in that regard, the Environmental Protection Agency, EPA, has indicated that it has concerns. Are alternative sites of a comparable size being considered? Does the Taoiseach share the EPA's concerns?

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