Covid-19 Pandemic

Wednesday, 10 March 2021

Questions (236)

Catherine Connolly

Question:

236. Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Transport his plans to extend expiry dates for initial basic training certificates of satisfactory completion for motorcyclists during Covid-19 level 5 restrictions similar to the extensions provided in respect of NCT and driver licences as a result of the pandemic restrictions; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12861/21]

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Written answers

Minister of State at the Department of Transport

During the first lockdown from March of last year, my predecessor extended the validity period of Initial Basic Training (IBT) certificates, and I can confirm that the Road Safety Authority (RSA) has recently submitted a proposal to my Department for a further extension. This is currently being considered within my Department. No decision has yet been made.