The retirement age for certain school transport drivers is set to rise from 70 to 72 from next September.

The change applies to drivers of small public service vehicles under the School Transport Scheme.

Drivers aged 70-72 will need medical fitness checks every six months to ensure safety.

Speaking to Ocean Fm news Cllr Mary Bohan says she welcomes the move, emphasizing that it's about drivers experience and health, keeping transport safe and reliable, especially in rural areas.

The retirement age for certain school transport drivers is set to rise from 70 to 72 from next September.
The change applies to drivers of small public service vehicles under the School Transport Scheme.
Drivers aged 70-72 will need medical fitness checks every six months to ensure safety.
Speaking to Ocean Fm news Cllr Mary Bohan says she welcomes the move, emphasizing that it's about drivers experience and health, keeping transport safe and reliable, especially in rural areas.

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