404 Mr. Naughten asked the Minister for Education and Science further to Parliamentary Question No. 288 of 28 September 2006, if she will furnish a response to the queries raised; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [39604/06]

406 Mr. Naughten asked the Minister for Education and Science if she will commence the review of the provision of a school transport service (details supplied) to ensure that parents are made aware of this decision before first year students are enrolled in post primary schools in spring 2007; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [39606/06]

I propose to take Questions Nos. 404 and 406 together.

My Department agreed to sanction the continuance of the existing transport arrangements, referred to by the Deputy, for the current school year. The families in question will be notified of any change in these arrangements in advance of the next school year.