Govt may scrap peak-time restrictions on free travel

The Government is reportedly considering ending peak-time restrictions on free travel for older people.

Tue, 14 Mar, 2006 - 08:22

The Government is reportedly considering ending peak-time restrictions on free travel for older people.

All people over the age of 65 are entitled to free travel on public transport, but they face restrictions during busy periods on Dublin Bus, Bus Éireann and local services in Cork and Limerick.

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