Minister of State for International and Road Transport, Logistics, Rail and Ports and Leader in Cabinet of the Independent Ministers Sean Canney has welcomed the announcement that €80,000 in new transport funding has been secured for the Galway and Roscommon Education and Training Board to support learners with intellectual disabilities.
The funding forms part of the new Transport Fund for Learners with Intellectual Disabilities, introduced as part of the Fund for Students with Disabilities in Further Education and Training.
GRETB will also receive €120,000 under the wider Fund for Students with Disabilities, which supports learners through a range of practical supports and services.
Speaking to Galway Bay FM News, Minister Canney said that the funding was very important for people with disabilities.
