Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 16 June 2026
325. Deputy Jennifer Whitmore asked the Minister for Transport whether he is aware of ongoing delays in the renewal process for approved driving instructor (ADI) permits administered by the RSA; the average timeframe for completion of ADI renewals over the past five years; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45697/26]
View answer326. Deputy Jennifer Whitmore asked the Minister for Transport whether his Department has assessed the impact on independent driving instructors of delays in the issuing of renewed ADI permits, particularly where instructors are prevented from accessing the essential driver training portal following the expiry of a permit; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45698/26]
View answer327. Deputy Jennifer Whitmore asked the Minister for Transport if he is aware that approved driving instructors can be locked out of the EDT portal before the RSA has completed the renewal process for their permits; whether he is considering introducing contingency arrangements to allow instructors to continue uploading mandatory learner driver lessons during processing delays; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45699/26]
View answerI propose to take Questions Nos. 325, 326 and 327 together.
To work as a driving instructor in Ireland you must be on the Road Safety Authority’s Register of Approved Driving Instructors (ADIs). In that regard the RSA, in accordance with the relevant regulations and processes is responsible for all new ADI applications seeking to be included on the ADI register and also for those seeking renewal of their ADI permit and registration. Neither I nor my officials are involved in this process.
Given the RSA's responsibility in this matter, I have referred the Deputy's questions to the RSA for direct response. Please contact my office if a reply is not received within ten days.
