What if your school bus became longer, less certain, or disappeared — while politicians argued over who is responsible?

FACTS

• Political journalist Isolde Van den Eynde says Flemish school transport is one of the most badly handled policy files.
• The Flemish government is sending mixed messages: Annick De Ridder calls the cutback old news, while Ben Weyts says nothing is final yet.
• Vulnerable families could feel the impact through fewer bus routes, longer rides and more daily stress.
• After the Buggenhout school bus tragedy, stories surfaced about unsafe rides, pressure, poor organisation and speeding.