Will the new driving licence rules affect me?

Do the new rules that are coming into force in April apply to people with learner permits or do you need your full licence to avoid these new rules?

Adrian Noonan (Cork)

Feb 2011 Filed under: driving licence

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Expert answer

Hi Adrian,

From April 4 2011 all new first time learner permit holders for cars will be required to undertake mandatory essential driver training (EDT) with an approved driving instructor (ADI). The course will be 12 hours. The learner will be able to take the lessons at any point during the learning process and can practise with an accompanying driver during the time while taking lessons. Evidence of completing the lessons will be signed off in a learner's logbook by the ADI. Evidence of having taken the lessons will have to be presented before taking a driving test.

Hope that clears it up

Complete Car Adviser