Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 27 May 2020
848. Deputy Gary Gannon asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the way in which a motorcycle driver with a provisional licence can travel to attend the Garda Training College in June 2020 in view of the closure of the RSA and in view of the fact the driver's test has been cancelled. [8232/20]
View answerIt is a matter for the individual concerned to make their own travel arrangements within the law. The Deputy will be aware that Templemore, the location of the Garda Training College, is served by a range of public transport services, including mainline rail services. I am sure the College can advise those attending of the details of those options and should be directly contacted for such information. It may also be prudent for the individual concerned to contact the College in relation to how its activities may be affected by the current emergency.
If I understand the Deputy correctly, this relates to a learner motorcyclist who has a valid learner permit. In the first instance, it should be noted that no learner should expect to receive a full licence when they undergo a driving test of the their competency.
Learner motorcyclists are not permitted on the roads until they have completed the mandatory course of Initial Basic Training. These are provided by driving schools which, as private firms, must make their own arrangements to comply with health and safety regulations, including public health requirements, as set out in the National Return to Work Safely Protocol.
If and when a learner motorcyclist has completed their Initial Basic Training, they may drive on the roads and do not require an accompanying driver.
