Driver Licence Renewals

Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 16 June 2016

Thursday, 16 June 2016

Ceisteanna (274)

Aengus Ó Snodaigh

Ceist:

274. Deputy Aengus Ó Snodaigh asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he will ensure a text and e-mail are issued to holders of driving licences six months in advance of their expiry date, given that persons driving on a lapsed licence are not covered by insurance and that each year many persons find that their licence has expired and that they have been driving without a valid licence. [16468/16]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport

This is an operational matter for the National Driver Licensing Service, which is the statutory responsibility of the Road Safety Authority.  I have therefore referred the question to the Authority for direct reply.  I would ask the Deputy to contact my office if a response has not been received within ten days.