The RSA is warning un-regulated driving instructors that they must comply with the new laws which were introduced recently to regulate driving instructors in Ireland or face enforcement action.
The provision of driving instruction for reward by unlicensed instructors carries a penalty upon conviction of a fine not exceeding €2,000 or at the discretion of the court, to imprisonment for a term not exceeding six months, or both. Driving schools that also employ unlicensed driving instructors face similar penalties.
Since 1st May 2009 it has become an offence to give driving instruction to a learner driver for hire or reward unless the instructor is on the RSA register of approved driving instructors (ADI). The RSA is advising learner drivers to take lessons from full permit holding ADIs as the best way to learn.
If you witness un-licensed driving Instruction operating in your area please report it to either the Gardai at your local Garda Station or to the RSA. Alternatively call the RSA on Telephone 096 -25007
When making a report please include the following details: •
If you wish to write to the RSA to make a report please write to:
ADI enforcement officer
ADI Unit
Road Safety Authority
Primrose Hill
Ballina
Co. Mayo