Wayne O'Connor: 'Testing times for learners waiting 19 weeks'
Lack of capacity in the system is to blame for drivers seeking help from politicians, writes Wayne O'Connor
LINING UP: Learner drivers queue for their driving test applications in Cork County Hall. Picture: Provision
The Road Safety Authority's failure to meet its own targets is the root cause of letters and representations from politicians on behalf of constituents looking to sit their driving tests as soon as possible.
A candidate should be able to sit their test within 10 weeks of making an application. But, on average, they are waiting much longer.
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