Vol. 521 No. 4
190 Mr. Haughey asked the Minister for the Environment and Local Government if he is considering introducing a written exam as part of the driving test; if so, if this will adversely affect applicants who are illiterate; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17257/00]
Driver theory testing is being procured as a PPP project and tenders have been invited. The specification which the successful contractor will have to meet provides for the delivery of a user friendly computerised theory testing system and requires that provision be made for candidates with special needs. The test will be based on a question bank, which has been developed, inter alia, in consultation with the association for children and adults with learning difficulties and the National Adult Literacy Agency, and which will be available to candidates in a number of formats so that they can prepare in advance for undergoing the test.
