Written answer
Driver Test
The RSA controls driver testing and scheduling; the Minister cannot intervene, but candidates may secure earlier tests through cancelled or unused slots.
354. Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Transport if a driving test will be expedited for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [65787/26]
Comment on this
Under the Road Safety Authority Act 2006, the Road Safety Authority (RSA) has statutory responsibility for the National Driver Testing Service, including all testing and scheduling matters. Neither I nor my Department hold information on, nor have the power to intervene in individual cases.
I would advise the person to engage with the RSA directly in relation to this matter.
I am informed that the driver testing booking system allows for any unused test slots to be made available for candidates to take up at short notice. I would encourage learner drivers awaiting a test to monitor this channel, as it may provide an opportunity to secure an earlier test date.