Govt may scrap peak-time restrictions on free travel

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.

Reports this morning said officials at the Department of Social and Family Affairs were currently considering abolishing these restrictions.

The reports also said progress was being made on moves to extend the free-travel scheme into the North.