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flag Northern Ireland spent over £40M on student transport in 2024/25, double 2020/21 levels, due to rising special needs enrollments and last-minute placements.

flag The Northern Ireland Education Authority spent over £40 million on student transport in 2024/2025—more than double the 2020/2021 amount—paying up to £83.33 per mile, largely due to rising special educational needs enrollments and last-minute school placements. flag Over half the funds went to just five taxi operators, prompting criticism over escalating costs and delayed action. flag Facing a £300 million budget shortfall, the EA has asked operators to cut rates by 10%, but some warn the reductions could threaten their viability. flag The authority says expanding local SEN provision—currently available in only 26% of mainstream schools—will help reduce long-term transport reliance.

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