529. Deputy James Bannon asked the Minister for Education and Skills her views regarding correspondence in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Longford, the reason for the decision regarding school transport arrangements, if she will investigate why the queries raised in this case were not adequately dealt with or answered; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [45084/15]

Bus Éireann, which operates the Post Primary School Transport Scheme on behalf of my Department, has advised that payment details for this family were not submitted until three weeks after the closing date of 31st July; at this stage all tickets had been allocated and the service is now operating to capacity.

Should there be any change in the current position Bus Éireann will contact the family directly.