Part of 1. Questions to the Minister for Economy and Transport and North Wales – in the Senedd at 2:17 pm on 7 October 2020.
Thanks for that answer, Minister. You'll be aware, I'm sure, of continuing concerns and anxiety surrounding Transport for Wales arrangements for students travelling from Torfaen and Monmouthshire to and from Hereford; it's an issue I raised with the Trefnydd yesterday, and she did say she'd raise it with you. Despite each child having paid for their season ticket in advance, students are being segregated from other passengers and transported on coaches, a journey that takes twice as long as by train. I'm told that the buses are inadequate and that there's no social distancing going on whatsoever. I wonder if you could update us on any discussions you've had with Transport for Wales about this and make clear to Transport for Wales that this situation is totally unacceptable and young people should be treated with the same respect and dignity as other fee-paying passengers.