Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 28 July 2020
203. Deputy Joe Carey asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if his attention has been drawn to the shortage of articulated truck drivers and the fact that applicants who wish to take the theory test necessary to qualify as an articulated driver must wait until January 2021 in order to do so; if he will provide the necessary resources to reduce the waiting list; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18940/20]
View answerDriver Theory Tests resumed on 8 June, on a gradual basis.
As you can appreciate Covid 19 has had a profound effect on the delivery of services. The Driver Theory Test service has seen its capacity reduced by 50% to comply with occupational and public health requirements. This has an inevitable impact on many people, including truck drivers.
The RSA is currently engaging with the service provider to maximise capacity within existing constraints. It will be opening on additional days including Saturdays, (at some centres) and extended hours will also be provided to allow additional capacity for appointments.
I understand additional appointments are added to frequently and people wishing to take the theory test should contact check the service through https://theorytest.ie/.
