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Driver Licences

Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 3 February 2021

Wednesday, 3 February 2021

Ceisteanna (95)

Duncan Smith

Ceist:

95. Deputy Duncan Smith asked the Minister for Transport if the scheme currently in place for drivers aged 70 years of age and over will be extended to facilitate drivers who are immunosuppressed or in a vulnerable health category to renew their driver licence by post if they cannot attend at a NDLS centre; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5137/21]

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Postal applications will not be extended to those under the age of 70 years.

Driving licence applications can be made online with a verified MyGovID account, which requires a Public Service Card (PSC). Details of how to apply can be found on the National Driver Licence Service (NDLS) website at www.ndls.ie.

Due to the resurgence of Covid-19 in Europe as well as Ireland, the possible extension of driving licences is currently under consideration at EU level. A decision on this issue is expected shortly. This extension, when agreed, will allow those who can not apply for a licence in person due to the Level 5 restrictions to have their licence extended for a period of months and so continue to drive.

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