NTA to review impact of 717 bus cessation

A review of the impact of the removal of the 717 bus service from Kilcullen by JJ Kavanagh is being undertaken by the National Transport Authority, writes Brian Byrne. This follows a formal enquiry by Cllr Chris Pender.

The Clonmel to Dublin Airport service, which ran twice a day in each direction, was ended last week when the company eliminated stops between Kilkenny and Red Cow Dublin, in what they described as a 'streamlining' of the route. The removal has particularly affected morning commuters to Naas and Dublin from Kilcullen.

In a statement, the Social Democrats councillor says the NTA has confirmed their review which will assess the impact and whether intervention is needed.

“The 717 was one of the few options for people commuting to work, college or the airport," Cllr Pender says. "Its removal hasn’t just caused inconvenience — it’s had a real impact on people’s lives.”

He says the NTA must explore reinstating the stop or delivering a suitable alternative.

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