Holly Cairns
Ceist:307. Deputy Holly Cairns asked the Minister for Transport the steps that he is taking to address the backlog and delays at NCT centres. [44317/22]
Amharc ar fhreagraThursday, 8 September 2022
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Freagraí scríofa
The operation of the National Car Testing Service (NCTS) is the statutory responsibility of the Road Safety Authority (RSA). 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.
However, I am very aware of the challenges that the RSA and the NCTS are currently facing to meet demand and the delays which vehicle owners have encountered since the start of this year. This is a serious matter and my department will continue to monitor the RSA's progress in reducing test delays, as part of ongoing corporate governance processes, as well as supporting any appropriate requests from the RSA for assistance.
I am also given to understand that customers seeking test appointments may contact the NCTS directly, by calling 01-4135992, or may avail of the priority waiting list function via the NCT website www.ncts.ie. In the vast majority of cases, these vehicle owners are provided with an appointment within 30 days.
A referred reply was forwarded to the Deputy under Standing Order 51