Chairman:

In the short time I have, may I draw attention to the two key points? There appears to be spare capacity in some test centres because an insufficient number of essential workers have completed the 12 hours of instruction. Therefore, could there be latitude to allow the approved driving instructors to work so essential workers can complete the required number of hours? Second, where there is spare capacity in a test centre and there is not the requisite number of essential workers in a position to apply for the driving test, could others who have completed 12 hours of approved driver instruction apply for a driving test? Could this be examined? Will the Minister of State consider that? When does she expect a decision will be made on driving tests?