Danny Healy-Rae (Kerry, Independent)
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285. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the waiting time for a person (details supplied) to be called for a driving test; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2010/23]

Jack Chambers (Dublin West, Fianna Fail)
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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 access to individual applications nor have I any power to intervene in individual cases. 

I understand the RSA operates a fair and transparent appointment scheduling process, as such those who are eligible and have been waiting the longest would be offered a test first. 

I am told that if an applicant is employed by the HSE, a private hospital or the emergency services and need to drive as part of their job (not including commuting to their place of work) then the RSA may prioritise their application.

Information on who can apply for an emergency test is available at www.rsa.ie/services/learner-drivers/the-driving-test/faqs .