TRANSPORT Minister Shane Ross has said extra funding will be provided to public transport companies to ensure their services can continue despite the drop in fares due to the coronavirus crisis. Mr Ross has been cocooning at home in recent weeks as he falls into the over-70s age group. Read MoreHe said that public transport is a "critical part of the plan for reopening of the economy." "It is inconceivable that public transport should not function properly in the present crisis. Mr Ross said his Department is "engaging with public transport operators to determine the practical implications for public transport provision as COVID19 restrictions are eased".

Source: Irish Independent May 13, 2020 14:41 UTC