LATEST: Additional school bus connecting Kilkenny village to city up and running
The Gowran School Bus Group have thanked the public and the media for their support
A third dedicated school bus service, serving students from Gowran travelling to Kilkenny City, is now fully operational and on the road.
As reported first by Kilkenny Live/the Kilkenny People, hundreds of students were left stranded by a lack of school transportation.
Some students were regularly forced to carpool, with many leaving as early as 6.15am due to parent work commitments.
Chairperson of The Gowran School Bus Group, Brendan Hayes, expressed immense gratitude to those who championed the cause.
The local school bus service is currently being provided by Bus Éireann and Joe O’Neill Coaches and offers a vital link for over 100 families in the locality.
"This is a huge win for the people of Gowran. We are incredibly proud to see the bus on the road today. It wouldn't have been possible without the tireless work of our supporters," he said.
"We especially want to thank the drivers who turn up with a warm welcome for the kids every single morning; that personal touch makes all the difference to the families.
"With the bus now in daily operation, the Gowran School Bus Group looks forward to a long and successful service for the village’s families," Mr Hayes concluded.