Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 3 November 2020
346. Deputy Cian O'Callaghan asked the Minister for Transport if persons with driver tests scheduled during the current level 5 restrictions will be given priority once scheduling reopens; if the option of a refund on a test cancelled during this time will be offered; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33372/20]
Amharc ar fhreagraSpecific details regarding fees and the protocol for scheduling appointments are operational matters for the Road Safety Authority, and I have no role in these matters.
I am therefore passing the Deputy's question to the Road Safety Authority for direct reply. If a reply has not been received within 10 working days, the Deputy should contact my office.
In general terms, under Level 5 Driver Testing services are continuing only for people involved in the provision of essential services or essential retail outlets. People not involved in essential services who have a test date are asked to contact the RSA online in order to cancel their test and make the slot available for potential use by essential workers. Essential workers who already have a test booking should attend as normal, while essential workers wishing to book a test should contact the RSA at urgentdrivingtest@rsa.ie. As essential workers may drive beyond the 5km limit to attend the test, the RSA is advising candidates to bring proof of the test to show to Gardaí if necessary.
