518 Mr. Lowry asked the Minister for Education and Science if school transport has been arranged for a person (details supplied) in County Tipperary; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [38564/06]

In view of the nature of the transport arrangements available to the family in question my Department has worked closely with Bus Éireann in an effort to provide a more suitable service.

A letter has issued to the family explaining the position, and offering a remote area grant towards the cost of transport.