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Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (18 Jan 2023)

Jack Chambers: I propose to take Questions Nos. 190, 204 and 209 together. The Road Safety Authority (RSA) has statutory responsibility for the operation of the national driving test and deals with all application and scheduling matters. Therefore I have referred the relevant parts of the question to the Authority for direct reply. I would ask the Deputy to contact my office if a response is not...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Haulage Industry (18 Jan 2023)

Jack Chambers: The Ukraine crisis and matters arising from it continue to adversely affect European and Global oil markets, causing a sustained increase in the price of crude and in the price of refined products on the retail market. The Government recognises the important role the haulage sector plays in supporting the economy and is fully aware of cost pressures on haulage businesses arising from...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (18 Jan 2023)

Jack Chambers: The Road Safety Authority has statutory responsibility for all aspects of the National Driving Test.  This includes operational matters such as test applications and scheduling. The Department of Transport does not have access to individual applications nor have I any power to intervene in individual cases.  I have referred this question to the Authority for direct reply. I...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (18 Jan 2023)

Jack Chambers: I propose to take Questions Nos. 205 and 207 together. The Road Safety Authority (RSA) has statutory responsibility for the operation of the national driving test and deals with all workforce and scheduling matters. Therefore I have referred the relevant parts of the question to the Authority for direct reply. I would ask the Deputy to contact my office if a response is not received...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (18 Jan 2023)

Jack Chambers: I propose to take Questions Nos. 206 and 208 together. The operation of the national driving test service is the statutory responsibility of the Road Safety Authority and the figures requested are held by them. I have therefore referred this Question to the Authority for direct reply. I would ask the Deputy to contact my office if a response is not received within 10 days.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (18 Jan 2023)

Jack Chambers: The Road Safety Authority (RSA) has statutory responsibility for the operation of the national driving test and deals with all application and scheduling matters. Therefore I have referred the relevant parts of the question to the Authority for direct reply. I would ask the Deputy to contact my office if a response is not received within 10 days. On the broader issue of driver...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Regional Airports (18 Jan 2023)

Jack Chambers: I wish to thank the Deputy for his question in relation to matters raised with him pertaining to Kerry Airport.  However, as you may be aware, Kerry Airport is operated by Kerry Airport PLC.  Accordingly, commercial operations at that airport are a matter for the airport company itself. That said, I wish to advise the Deputy that the issues raised have also been submitted to my...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: National Car Test (18 Jan 2023)

Jack Chambers: The operation of the National Car Testing Service is the statutory responsibility of the Road Safety Authority. I have therefore referred the Deputy's query 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.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: National Car Test (18 Jan 2023)

Jack Chambers: The operation of the National Car Testing Service is the statutory responsibility of the Road Safety Authority. I have therefore referred the Deputy's query 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.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Licences (18 Jan 2023)

Jack Chambers: 20,604 foreign licence exchange applications were received by NDLS in 2022, 92.5% have been processed. The average processing time for applications in 2022 was 36 working days, this has improved in recent months to 25 working days.   There are various reasons for the time taken in processing foreign licence exchanges, for example, the driver may need to submit outstanding...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (18 Jan 2023)

Jack Chambers: I propose to take Questions Nos. 233 and 234 together. Under legislation, the Road Safety Authority (RSA) is the body responsible for the operation of all aspects of the National Driving Test, this includes the Theory Test which is a crucial component of the driver learning and testing system both in Ireland and across the European Union. I understand that the Driver Theory Test provider...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (18 Jan 2023)

Jack Chambers: The Road Safety Authority (RSA) has statutory responsibility for all aspects of the National Driving Test.  This includes the operation of the test, driving test applications and all scheduling matters. I have no power to intervene in individual cases.    I believe the RSA operates a fair and transparent appointment scheduling process.  I understand that those who...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (18 Jan 2023)

Jack Chambers: The Road Safety Authority (RSA) has statutory responsibility for the operation of the national driving test.  This includes all driving test applications and scheduling matters. I understand that due to the COVID pandemic, and the necessary ensuing precautions, a significant driver testing backlog developed. I am informed that the current increase in demand for driving tests and...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Licences (18 Jan 2023)

Jack Chambers: I propose to take Questions Nos. 238 and 239 together. The exchange of foreign licences is managed through the National Driver Licence Service (NDLS). According to the NDLS, 20,604 foreign licence exchange applications were received in 2022, 92.5% of these have been processed to date. The average processing time for applications in 2022 was 36 working days, this has improved in recent months...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (18 Jan 2023)

Jack Chambers: Prior to 13 November 1989, a car and trailer licence was automatically received on passing a driving test in a car. Vehicle categories were then reclassified for driving licence purposes, with separate categories covering Category B (cars and light vehicles) and Category BE (car or light vehicle and trailer) and the requirement to pass a driving test in the category BE (car &...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Safety (18 Jan 2023)

Jack Chambers: The Programme for Government has committed us to legislating for e-scooters and the Road Traffic and Roads Bill, which is currently being examined by the Oireachtas, has started that process. The Bill will allow me to make regulations putting rules of the road for e-scooters in place. It is important when introducing any new kind of vehicle to our roads that the safety of pedestrians and...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (18 Jan 2023)

Jack Chambers: The operation of the national driving test service is the statutory responsibility of the Road Safety Authority (RSA) and the information requested is held by them. I have therefore referred the Deputy's specific questions to the Authority for direct reply. I would ask the Deputy to contact my office if a response is not received within 10 days. I am aware of the significant...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: National Car Test (18 Jan 2023)

Jack Chambers: I propose to take Questions Nos. 248, 258 and 266 together. The operation of the National Car Testing Service is the statutory responsibility of the Road Safety Authority. I have therefore referred the Deputy's query 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 aware of the...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (18 Jan 2023)

Jack Chambers: The Road Safety Authority (RSA) has statutory responsibility for the operation of the National driving test.  This includes all driving test applications and scheduling matters.  Neither I nor my Department have the powers to intervene in individual cases. I am aware that urgent tests are only available to applicants who are employed by the HSE, a private hospital or the emergency...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (18 Jan 2023)

Jack Chambers: The operation of the national driving test service is the statutory responsibility of the Road Safety Authority (RSA) and the information requested is held by them. I have therefore referred the Deputy's specific questions to the Authority for direct reply. I would ask the Deputy to contact my office if a response is not received within 10 days. I am aware of the significant...