Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 16 September 2021
126. Deputy Duncan Smith asked the Minister for Transport if he will further extend the deadline for expiring learner driver permits due to the continuing effects on the service due to the pandemic; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43937/21]
View answerFurther extensions to the validity of learner permits are not being considered at this time.
The latest extension to the validity of learner permits, granted because of the difficulties in applying for and renewing a learner permit while services were unavailable under Covid 19 restrictions, was introduced on 24 June 2021. It applied to permits expiring between 1 March 2020 and 31 July 2021.
Following the easing of restrictions, NDLS centres are now open to all applicants and measures have been put in place to align with the Government's Return to Work Safely Protocols. In addition, the online application system is available to applicants with a Public Services Card and a verified MyGovID account.
