Debate contribution: Home to School Transport Policy

Debate contribution by Mr David Honeyford on 30 April 2024.

MLA: Mr David Honeyford
Party at the time: Alliance Party
Date: 30 April 2024
Type: Debate contribution
Business: Oral Answers to Questions
Heading: Home to School Transport Policy
Assembly identifier: Official Report component 4487190

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I thank the Minister for his response. Approximately 35 to 40 pupils who live in the Moira and Magheralin area attend New-Bridge Integrated College. People choose that school because it is integrated and offers A levels and sixth form. EA continues to refuse direct transport links, citing transport policy, but, if those parents were to choose a grammar school, they would have a choice of six or seven schools. What is the Minister's assessment of the transport access for those who live in Moira and travel to New-Bridge Integrated College? What steps will he take to improve the options for those young people?

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This follow-up belongs to: Oral question AQO 373/22-27.

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