Road Traffic Legislation

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 26 January 2016

Tuesday, 26 January 2016

Questions (493)

Charlie McConalogue

Question:

493. Deputy Charlie McConalogue asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if a driving instructor (details supplied) in County Donegal can obtain an exemption from section 87 of the Road Traffic Act in order to complete level 3 of the emergency services driving standard training course; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2759/16]

Written answers

Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport

Section 87 of the Road Traffic Act 2010, as amended, provides exemptions from certain provisions of the Road Traffic Acts for members of the emergency services, including An Garda Síochána, in the course of their duties. I have no proposals to extend the exemptions already provided to any organisation or individual outside of those already provided for.