{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/67c5d757b48a8f157c1f9076/6ac4b94e924bc02b5597b288?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Louth TD Calls for Better Bus Links Between Ardee and Dunleer - 06/10/2026","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/67c5d757b48a8f157c1f9076/1791273274323-da300a6a-8c57-42dd-af7c-fd8d93235aa9.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>Public transport links across County Louth are being raised in the Dáil, with concerns that some towns and villages remain poorly connected by bus.</p><p><br></p><p>Louth Fianna Fáil TD Erin McGreehan has highlighted the lack of a direct bus service between Ardee and Dunleer, despite the towns being just a short drive apart. She says people trying to reduce their reliance on cars can face lengthy journeys through Dundalk or Drogheda to make the trip.</p><p><br></p><p>The Minister of State for Rural Transport, Jerry Buttimer, says existing services in Louth are being reviewed, including the 177 route between Ardee and Dunleer. </p><p><br></p><p>He also says the Government is looking at further investment in rural transport and a number of proposed and enhanced services across the county.</p><p><br></p><p>Deputy Erin McGreehan joined us on The Agenda this morning to tell us more.</p>","author_name":"lmfm "}