Written answers

Tuesday, 14 June 2022

Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport

Driver Licences

Photo of Steven MatthewsSteven Matthews (Wicklow, Green Party)
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288. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he will review the existing costs associated with maintaining a driving licence for persons over the age of 70 years; if any consideration is being given to reducing these costs; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29724/22]

Photo of Hildegarde NaughtonHildegarde Naughton (Galway West, Fine Gael)
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There is no application fee for a driving licence for persons aged 70 years or over.

In February 2022, the age requirement for drivers to provide a medical report with their licence application, confirming their fitness to drive, was increased from 70 to 75.

While I appreciate that there is a cost in obtaining a medical report, medical checks are required for road safety reasons as age-related deterioration can affect a person's ability to drive.

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