That's according to Westmeath environmental consultant, Jack O'Sullivan.
A Westmeath environmental consultant believes public transport is the weak link in the government's Climate Action Bill.
Jack O'Sullivan would like to see taxpayers money used to improve and electrify the fleet of buses in rural areas.
He says people living outside urban areas still have no option but to drive:
Laois Councillor Lays Bare IDA Numbers For County
Councillor Aisling Moran says the figures are damning for Laois.
OPW Minister "Annoyed" At Government Over Budget Kite Flying
Minister Kevin Boxer Moran says it's still too soon to make any firm commitments in this year's package.
Demonstration On Family Court System Taking Place in Dublin
Longford's Anna Kavanagh is one of the "Walk In Our Shoes" campaign organisers.
Public Sector Workers Begin Work-To-Rule Action
5,200 FORSA civil and public service members working across Laois, Offaly, and Westmeath are taking part today.
Walk Out For Women Taking Place Across Laois, Offaly, And Westmeath
People across the region are being asked to walk out in solidarity with victims of gender based violence.
Woman Hospitalised After Three Car Midlands Crash
The incident took place in Athlone on Monday.
Over 100 Without Power Across The Midlands After Stormy Weather
The ESB says it's working from first light to reconnect customers.
Funeral For Father And Daughter Killed In Offaly Workplace Accident Tomorrow
The incident took place at Banagher Precast Concrete on Monday morning.
