Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 1 October 2024
100. Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Minister for Transport the manner in which he can assure that driving tests, either theory or practical, are conducted in line with required standards; if such standards account for the recording of tests; if so, to provide any guidelines relating to such; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39030/24]
View answerUnder the Road Safety Authority Act 2006, the operation of the National Driver Testing Service is the statutory responsibility of the Road Safety Authority (RSA). I have therefore referred the question to the Authority for a more detailed direct reply. I would ask the Deputy to contact my office if a response has not been received within ten days.
Pending this more detailed response, the Deputy may wish to note that driver testing in Ireland is carried out directly by the RSA to a standard that complies with the EU Directive on Driving Licences. The Directive sets minimum driving test standards, training and quality assurance for driver testers. As part of the RSA’s Quality Assurance Policy, the performance of driver testers is monitored to ensure that the quality of test candidates’ assessments is consistent and in line with the Standard Procedures and Marking Guidelines for Conducting a Driving Test.
