Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 26 September 2023
130. Deputy Ivana Bacik asked the Minister for Transport the waiting time for NCT tests in each test centre in September 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023, in tabular form; the waiting time for those on the priority list in each test centre in September 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023, in tabular form; and if he will report on his representations to the National Car Testing Service in relation to long waiting times in certain areas. [41041/23]
View answerThe operation of the National Car Testing Service is the statutory responsibility of the Road Safety Authority. I have therefore referred the Deputy's query to the Authority for direct reply. I would ask the Deputy to contact my office if a response with the information requested has not been received within ten days.
Department officials were meeting with the RSA on a weekly basis for much of the last year. The improvements in the NCT service to date mean that such regular meetings are no longer necessary. However, the Department continues to work closely with the RSA on NCT provision and the RSA continues to provide weekly updates. Monthly meetings will continue as part of RSA governance, and where pressing issues arise, meetings will be held promptly and urgently.
