The issuing of driving licences and learner permits to international protection applicants is currently being considered by the Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport in consultation with my Department. While there are a number of complex legal and administrative issues to be resolved, work is ongoing in this regard.
In relation to the ability of applicants for international protection to open bank accounts, senior officials of my Department are discussing the matter with representatives of the Banking and Payments Federation Ireland (BPFI) to see how the issue can be progressed.