Over the last number of months, together with many Bus Commuters from Kilcock, I have had regular contact with Bus Eireann to try and improve the Bus service for commuters working in Dublin and living in Kilcock. I was delighted an extra morning service leaving Kilcock at 8.10am was put in place to cater for the increasing demand. This additional service should have been put in place before now. However, I want to acknowledge the flexibility demonstrated by Bus Eireann, that once a comprehensive proposition was put to them for this additional morning service, they in turn responded positively to my representations.

In recent days, Bus Eireann have increased the capacity of the Dublin Kilcock 4.30pm evening service. This is temporary in nature. However, I will continue to provide evidential material to Bus Eireann putting the case for this service in the evening to be made a permanent and structured element of the timetable.

A regular and reliable public transport service is essential to maintain and attract public transport users. I am confident that Bus Eireann will continue to respond positively to my representations for this increased capacity to be made a permanent element of the timetable. Thanks to all the commuters that are working with me on this important service.