A private bus operator does provide a service from the town to the city centre but the times don’t align with their childcare drop-off. “You’re talking about 6am to 6pm door-to-door really and it’s the same for a lot of people, not just teachers,” says Balfe. “There have also been changes to the city centre traffic system, which has had an impact as well. The issue of traffic congestion, in particular delays on the M50, has been raised continuously by commuters, politicians and transport experts over recent months. “People are moving further away from Dublin city centre because they can’t afford to live here and that’s resulting in longer commutes,” he says.

Source: The Irish Times December 12, 2025 12:34 UTC