Better garda enforcement of bus lanes 'would help ease Cork's gridlock', city council told

Labour councillor John Maher said all stakeholders now need to get around the table to solve the city’s bus problems

Eamon Ryan said Bus Éireann has been having real difficulty hiring enough bus drivers and mechanics to maintain its schedule in Cork City, while also dealing with traffic congestion. Picture: Larry Cummins

More garda enforcement of bus lanes combined with some "quick win" measures could help buses run faster through Cork City, the transport minister has said.

Eamon Ryan made his comments after a briefing with councillors in City Hall on Monday, which also involved Bus Éireann and the National Transport Authority (NTA).