Paul McGrath (Westmeath, Fine Gael)
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Question 136: To ask the Minister for Transport if he supports a zero alcohol level for inexperienced drivers; if so, when this measure will be introduced; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41782/06]

Martin Cullen (Waterford, Fianna Fail)
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The Road Safety Authority is currently developing a new Road Safety Strategy for the period 2007 onwards. The Strategy is expected to be finalised in the first quarter of 2007.

With regard to the possibility of reducing the blood alcohol concentration limit for learner drivers to zero, I expect the Road Safety Authority to carry out a detailed examination of this issue, taking into account matters such as EU and best international practice. I would be happy for my Department to engage with the Road Safety Authority on the outcome of such a detailed examination.