Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 4 February 2021
34. Deputy Jackie Cahill asked the Minister for Transport if a person can be permitted to sit a driver theory test for a tractor licence during the current Covid-19 related lockdown similar to the manner in which bus and truck CPC theory tests can be sat remotely given that agriculture and the production of food are essential services; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6153/21]
View answerThe Driver Theory Test service has recently launched a pilot phase of a new initiative, which offers a Remote Testing service for specific categories of Theory Test (C, D, CD, BMT, TMT, ADI, CPCB, CPCT). Following a review of the pilot phase, I understand the RSA expect the initiative to be extended to other categories of vehicles including B and W (Car/Tractor & Work Vehicles).
The RSA are keen to progress and extend the service to all categories of Driver Theory Test, however scaling up operations to facilitate higher numbers will take time to achieve.
