People with epilepsy will be able to use public transport for free as part of a new scheme launched by the Government.
Minister for Social Protection Heather Humphreys confirmed the move, saying the Free Travel Extension Scheme is needed to ensure people with the condition do not find themselves isolated.
The €8.5 million scheme is expected to help up to 32,000 people, with further information available online. It will cover transport includes buses, rail services, Local Link bus services and the Luas, along with some services operated by private bus and ferry operators.
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