Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 24 February 2026
294. Deputy Eamon Scanlon asked the Minister for Transport the action which is being taken to address the lack of wheelchair-accessible and adapted vehicles for learner drivers; the supports which are available to assist wheelchair users in accessing suitable driving lessons; if this issue will be raised to ensure equal access to driving instruction; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14295/26]
Amharc ar fhreagra301. Deputy Eamon Scanlon asked the Minister for Transport if he will address the lack of an appropriately equipped drive-from-wheelchair vehicle for driving lessons (details supplied); if he will examine the possibility of installing such controls or providing a properly equipped vehicle; his plans to expand the availability of drive-from-wheelchair vehicles nationally in order that learners who require this adaptation can access suitable training; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14438/26]
Amharc ar fhreagraI propose to take Questions Nos. 294 and 301 together.
Under the Road Safety Authority Act 2006, the Road Safety Authority (RSA) has statutory responsibility for the National Driver Testing Service. Driving instruction in Ireland is delivered by Approved Driving Instructors registered with the RSA. Therefore, I have referred the Deputy's questions to the RSA for direct reply with further information on the supports available for wheelchair-using learner drivers. I would ask the Deputy to contact my office if a response has not been received within ten days.
