Driving Tests.

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 27 April 2004

Tuesday, 27 April 2004

Questions (599)

Willie Penrose

Question:

657 Mr. Penrose asked the Minister for Transport if he will take steps to expedite an application for a provisional licence for a person (details supplied) in County Westmeath who has already completed their theory test; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11607/04]

Written answers

Minister for Transport (Mr. Brennan)

Under the Road Traffic Act 1961 and the Road Traffic (Licensing of Drivers) Regulations, 1999 to 2001, it is a matter for the appropriate licensing authority and not my Department to determine the eligibility of a person for a driving licence, and to issue licences.