Martin Kenny (Sligo-Leitrim, Sinn Fein) | Oireachtas source

I wish to hear the Minister of State's views regarding safety measures, particularly for passengers and staff using public transport. For some time, in my previous role, I called for the establishment of a Garda transport division to protect people on public transport and the staff who run it. In many cases, there have been serious incidents of what is sometimes described as antisocial behaviour but goes well beyond that. It is thuggery and abuse. People have been attacked while using public transport. This means people are hesitant, particularly late in the evening, to use these services. If we want a public transport system that is going to work, it must be affordable, reliable and safe.

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