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Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (1 Dec 2020)

Hildegarde Naughton: The Driver Theory Test was not deemed to be an essential service under Level 5. As a consequence, the service was closed, effective from midnight on Wednesday 21st of October, and for the duration of Level 5 restrictions. All appointments during that time have been rescheduled to the next available appointment date. As I am sure you are aware, the Theory Test service was temporarily...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Electric Vehicles (1 Dec 2020)

Hildegarde Naughton: This is a matter for the Road Safety Authority. I have referred 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.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (1 Dec 2020)

Hildegarde Naughton: Under the transition arrangements in place valid UK/NI CPC cards will continue to be valid in Ireland up to the end of the transition period – 31 December 2020. Any driver with a UK CPC card who is resident or working in Ireland should exchange their CPC card for an Irish CPC card as soon as possible in advance of 31 December 2020.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Safety Authority (1 Dec 2020)

Hildegarde Naughton: The information requested is held by the Road Safety Authority and relates to operational matters for the Authority under the relevant legislation. I have therefore referred this 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.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Brexit Issues (1 Dec 2020)

Hildegarde Naughton: I propose to take Questions Nos. 190 and 192 together. EU legislation sets out a number of requirements to be satisfied in order to hold a road transport operator licence, one of which is professional competence. To fulfil this requirement, every road transport undertaking in Ireland (or in any other EU Member State) must have a nominated Transport Manager to effectively and continuously...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Licences (1 Dec 2020)

Hildegarde Naughton: My Department does not have access to individual driving licence applications. All such applications are handled by the National Driver Licence Service, provided by the Road Safety Authority. I have referred the question to the Authority for direct reply and 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 Licences (1 Dec 2020)

Hildegarde Naughton: While the National Driver Licence Service (NDLS) centres have remained open under the current Covid19 Level 5 Government restrictions, applicants can only attend an appointment provided they are an essential worker involved in the provision of essential services or essential retail outlets. This restriction was introduced for 6 weeks on 21 October, and it is hoped it will be eased today....

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Licences (1 Dec 2020)

Hildegarde Naughton: A verified MyGovID account, which requires a Public Services Card (PSC), is needed to access the online system provided by the Road Safety Authority (RSA), through the National Driver Licence Service (NDLS). To apply for, or renew, a driving licence you are required to present photographic ID, evidence of PPSN, evidence of address and evidence of residency entitlement. When an...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Haulage Industry (1 Dec 2020)

Hildegarde Naughton: The question appears to relate to a Transport Manager Certificate of Professional Competence, which is a qualification as opposed to a licence. EU legislation sets out a number of requirements to be satisfied in order to hold a road transport operator licence, one of which is professional competence. To fulfil this requirement, every road transport undertaking in Ireland (or in any other...

Topical Issue Debate: Brexit Issues (26 Nov 2020)

Hildegarde Naughton: I thank the Deputies for raising this matter. EU legislation sets out several requirements that must be satisfied in order to be eligible to hold a road transport operator licence, one of which is professional competence. In order to fulfil this requirement, every road transport undertaking in Ireland or, indeed, any other EU member state must have a nominated transport manager to...

Topical Issue Debate: Brexit Issues (26 Nov 2020)

Hildegarde Naughton: I thank the Deputies for their contributions and for raising this issue. It is welcome news that will come as a relief to many transport managers around the country. On the EU residency requirement for transport managers, in accordance with Article 4 of Regulation (EC) 1071/2009, the transport manager for a road transport operator based in the EU must be resident in the EU. That was...

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment: Post Office Network (26 Nov 2020)

Hildegarde Naughton: The Programme for Government recognises that a modernised post office network will provide a better range of financial services and e-commerce services for citizens and enterprise, as part of our commitment to a sustainable nationwide post office network. While it is long-standing Government policy that postal services will not be directly subsidised by the Government, we remain fully...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Licences (26 Nov 2020)

Hildegarde Naughton: Irish driving licences can only be issued to people resident in Ireland. Driving licences issued by the Member States of the European Union are mutually recognised. Therefore, a holder of an EU licence who moves to another Member State can drive on that licence until the licence expires. On expiry, the licence holder will then need to exchange their licence for the licence of the country they...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (26 Nov 2020)

Hildegarde Naughton: Specific details on waiting times for driver tests are held by the Road Safety Authority. I have therefore referred this part of 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. As you are aware, tests were temporarily suspended due to the Covid 19 emergency and since resuming operations,...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (26 Nov 2020)

Hildegarde Naughton: The RSA have recently updated their process and candidates can now request an urgent Driving Test via a dedicated webform available at This webform will allow customers to assess whether they qualify for an urgent test appointment and if so, to submit an application for same. If the applicant’s request is accepted, they will be placed on a short notice list and may be called for a...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (26 Nov 2020)

Hildegarde Naughton: The scheduling of candidates’ driving tests is the responsibility of the Road Safety Authority (RSA) and as Minister, I have no power to intervene in individual cases. The Road Safety Authority has advised it is prioritising driver testing for essential workers and has set up a dedicated webform on its website www.rsa.ie. This webform will allow customers to assess whether they qualify...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (26 Nov 2020)

Hildegarde Naughton: The Driver Theory Test has not been deemed to be an essential service under level 5. As a consequence, the service is closed, effective from midnight on Wednesday 21st of October, and for the duration of Level 5 restrictions. All appointments during that time have been rescheduled to the next available appointment date. As I am sure you are aware, the Theory Test service was...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (25 Nov 2020)

Hildegarde Naughton: The scheduling of candidates’ driving tests is the responsibility of the Road Safety Authority (RSA) and as Minister, I have no power to intervene in individual cases. I understand that the Road Safety Authority is prioritising driver testing for essential workers and has set up a dedicated email, urgentdrivingtest@rsa.ie, where applicants can request to be given priority and...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Brexit Issues (25 Nov 2020)

Hildegarde Naughton: This question relates to Brexit and Transport Manager Certificates of Professional Competence. Under Regulation (EC) No. 1071/2009 a number of requirements must be satisfied in order to be eligible to hold a road transport operator licence, one of which is professional competence. In order to fulfil this requirement, every road transport undertaking must have a nominated Transport Manager to...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Licences (25 Nov 2020)

Hildegarde Naughton: Irish driving licences can only be issued to people resident in Ireland. Driving licences issued by the Member States of the European Union are mutually recognised. Therefore, a holder of an EU licence who moves to another Member State can drive on that licence until the licence expires. On expiry, the licence holder will then need to exchange their licence for the licence of the country they...