Galway Bay fm newsroom - A Roscommon-Galway TD has suggested using bluetooth technology to allow driving tests to take place.
Deputy Michael Fitzmaurice says 25-thousand people are currently waiting for driving tests - which have been cancelled due to the coronavirus pandemic.
He says a workable solution must be found to address this backlog and has suggested a system where the driving student is given a route to follow for their test while the instructor follows them in a separate vehicle - similar to driving tests for motorbike users.
The Independent Deputy says bluetooth technology and a go-pro camera could be used to allow the instructor to examine the driver's abilities and to maintain communication.
Deputy Fitzmaurice says a solution must be found for people in rural Ireland who depend on driving.
To hear from Deputy Fitzmaurice, tune in to Galway Bay fm on the hour..
