Michael Finucane
Question:161 Mr. Finucane asked the Minister for the Environment and Local Government when he will recruit driving instructors; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31052/01]
Written Answers. - Driving Instructor Register.
I assume the question relates to the recruitment of driver testers. Since November 1998, my Department has recruited an additional 41 permanent driver testers, and 22 contract driver testers, as well as an additional three supervisory driver testers. There are no plans at present to recruit additional permanent or contract driver testers. However the situation will be kept under review.