Campaigners from the Save Ordinary School Transport group (STAG) addressed council leaders this morning, challenging claims that limiting funded bus travel to a child's single nearest school would save £3 million annually.
Parents highlighted that the policy has forced Dales pupils away from traditional community secondary schools across Craven, Wensleydale, and Richmondshire onto unsafe walking routes and costly private transport.
Scrutiny members confirmed today that updated financial evidence and policy adjustments will be formally reviewed ahead of executive committee decisions.