Life dilemma: are you saying 'thanks' to the bus driver?

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IRISH PEOPLE ARE fond of saying ‘thanks’ to the bus driver. Sometimes quite loudly (it’s almost as if they went out of their way to stop at Chapelizod Main Street – next to the bus shelter).

They do it in other countries too, occasionally – but there seems to be an understanding in Ireland that it’s not optional. A recent survey by Dublin Bus found the overwhelming majority of passengers still like to say a quick ‘thanks’ on their way down the steps.

But – do you?

Have your says in the comments section below – or check one of these options:

Poll Results:

It's obligatory. (11331)

Sometimes I do, sometimes I don't. (3164)

No interest/no opinion. (241)

Only if I observe some very impressive driving. (237)

It's obligatory.
Sometimes I do, sometimes I don't.
Only if I observe some very impressive driving.
No interest/no opinion.

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thank you kindly

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Daragh Brophy

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