South Lanarkshire parents encouraged to apply for free school transport

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South Lanarkshire parents with children starting primary or secondary school this year are invited to apply for free school transport.Children beginning school in August 2023 should apply for free school transport as soon as possible.A separate application for each child should be made.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.

Get all the news from your area – as well as features, entertainment, sport and the latest on Lanarkshire’s recovery from the coronavirus pandemic – straight to your fingertips, 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories, and allows you to customise your page to the sections that matter most to you.Head to the App Store and never miss a beat in Lanarkshire - iOS - Android The council provides school transport for primary school pupils who live one mile or more from their catchment primary school by the shortest safe walking route.This may mean being given a bus pass for use on the local bus services, contract buses hired for the service, small vehicles including taxis, private hire cars or minibuses, or the council’s own transport where appropriate.Primary school pupils may also be entitled to free transport if they have been recommended for school transport by their doctor and the school medical officer for health reasons, if they attend a specialist school or centre recommended by the council or if they have to walk a route which is considered unsafe in relation to the Road Safety Forum guidelines.The council provides school transport for secondary school pupils who live two miles or more away from the catchment secondary school by the shortest safe walking route.Secondary school pupils may also be entitled to free transport if they qualify for the