Driver Licences

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 11 May 2021

Tuesday, 11 May 2021

Questions (200)

Éamon Ó Cuív

Question:

200. Deputy Éamon Ó Cuív asked the Minister for Transport if the period of validity of learner driver permits will be extended in view of the fact that driver tests have been deferred during lockdown; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24404/21]

Written answers

Minister of State at the Department of Transport

The validity of learner permits that expired between 1 March and 30 June 2020 were extended for 8 months, while those that expired between 1 July and 31 October 2020 were extended for 4 months. A further extension is being considered.