Driver Test

Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 22 June 2023

Thursday, 22 June 2023

Ceisteanna (176, 177)

Brendan Griffin

Ceist:

176. Deputy Brendan Griffin asked the Minister for Transport if assistance will be provided in relation to a matter (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30234/23]

Brendan Griffin

Ceist:

177. Deputy Brendan Griffin asked the Minister for Transport if he will address a matter (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30236/23]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister of State at the Department of Transport

I propose to take Questions Nos. 176 and 177 together.

The Road Safety Authority (RSA) has statutory responsibility for all aspects of the National Driving Test service.  This includes test applications and scheduling matters. Neither I nor my Department have the power to intervene in individual cases. 

I believe that the Authority operates a fair and transparent appointment scheduling process such that those who are eligible and have been waiting the longest are offered a test first. 

Question No. 177 answered with Question No. 176.