Written answers

Tuesday, 10 July 2018

Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport

Driver Licences

Photo of Catherine MartinCatherine Martin (Dublin Rathdown, Green Party)
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823. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he received a communication from the Department of Justice and Equality regarding the identity requirements of asylum seekers to obtain a driver licence; and when this communication will receive a response. [30896/18]

Photo of Shane RossShane Ross (Dublin Rathdown, Independent)
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Currently, Ireland does not issue driving licences to asylum seekers. 

I have received communications from the Department of Justice and Equality asking about the position in this regard.  I have sought legal advice on this matter and will consider the options available before responding.

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