Dear Providers,
We look forward to the normal opening of services tomorrow Monday, 13 April. A normal resumption of service where possible will be very important for children’s ongoing education, care, and wellbeing.
TRANSPORT
Members of the public are advised to plan their journey before travelling and allow extra travel time. The National Transport Authority has a dedicated web page for information on service disruptions. The public can also check https://traffic.tii.ie/ for general traffic alerts. Those using public transport should check with their operators in case of diversions or disruptions.
School Transport
Bus Éireann has confirmed that school transport services are due to restart tomorrow, Monday, 13 April. Bus Éireann is working with contractors through local school transport offices to ensure that any disruption to school transport services is limited and localised. However, if road blockades continue or fuel supply issues arise, there may be delays or disruptions to some school bus services. Bus Éireann will contact families as soon as possible if services are affected.
We would be grateful if services could forward this information to your parents and colleagues.
FORCE MAJEURE
A service who has been hindered or prevented from operating by circumstances not within its reasonable ability to control can apply for Force Majeure. The service should provide supporting evidence with their application. ECCE services who have closed should make up the closure day in the current programme year.
We will continue to monitor the situation, in conjunction with the National Emergency Coordination Group, and provide any further updates that may arise.
Regards,
Early Years Division