New driver test centre set to open in Drogheda by September
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The long wait for learner drivers in Drogheda to be able to do their driving test in their home town is drawing to an end.
RSA reports significant drop in driving test waiting times
The Road Safety Authority (RSA) has announced that the new driver test centre in Drogheda is set to become operational by September although no site has yet been announced.
As of July 12, the average national waiting time to receive a driving test invitation has dropped to 14.4 weeks, a dramatic reduction from the peak of 27 weeks at the end of April.
In a statement issued today, the RSA says that it remains firmly on course to achieve its long-term goal of bringing average waiting times down to ten weeks by September. This week alone, 10 new driving testers have joined the service, with an additional 17 testers beginning training.
Commenting on the positive update, Sarah O’Connor, RSA Director of Partnerships and External Affairs, said: “This steady reduction in waiting times shows that our Driving Test Action Plan is working. We’ve made real progress, but we know there’s more to do. With new testers coming on board and new centres opening, we’re committed to keeping this momentum going and reaching our 10-week target by September.”
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The RSA continues to monitor test demand closely and is committed to taking further steps where needed to improve access to the driving test for learner drivers across the country.
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