Calls To Extend Dublin Commuter Zone To Midlands Town

The move would see fares for buses and trains from the town to the capital city substantially reduced.

Lower emissions, fewer cars on the midlands roads and relief during the cost of living crisis.

These are the reasons Laois Councillor Barry Walsh wants to see Portlaoise made part of the Dublin commuter zone.

The move would see fares for buses and trains from the town to the capital city substantially reduced.

With a growing population, The Fine Gael rep believes if fares were more affordable many more in Portlaoise would use public transport:

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