19/08/2021

Late Night Bus And Train Services To Return For Christmas

Translink NI have announced that late night bus and train services will return for the Christmas period this year.

The extended services were first trialled in 2019 and Translink have said they are bringing the services back to support the hospitality industry.

Speaking to BBC News NI Translink said: "With a further easing of restrictions and an increase in demand expected, we aim to relaunch additional late-night departures once again to support the hospitality industry on the approach to Christmas."

Translink added that they are also "actively recruiting and training drivers".

No details have been been released on what services will be offered.

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