Driver Test

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 25 July 2023

Tuesday, 25 July 2023

Questions (204)

Niamh Smyth

Question:

204. Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Transport if a driving test appointment for a person (details supplied) will be expedited, given it is needed for their work and future career; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35887/23]

Written answers

Minister of State at the Department of Transport (Deputy Jack Chambers)

The Road Safety Authority (RSA) has statutory responsibility for the National Driving Test service. This includes test applications and scheduling matters. Neither I, nor my Department, have the power to intervene in individual cases.

I believe that the RSA operates a fair and transparent appointment scheduling process such that those who are eligible and have been waiting the longest are offered a test first, while those who fulfil the criteria for being a frontline worker can apply for a emergency test.  Full details are available on the RSA website  Driver testing FAQs from the Road Safety Authority (RSA).