RSA warning as new rule comes into effect tomorrow which may see driving tests cancelled
A new amendment to driving test regulations is set to be implemented tomorrow.The Road Safety Authority (RSA) has issued a statement as the requirements for those taking their test are about to change. They announced: "From Monday 9 March 2026, new insurance requirements will apply for driving tests."If you are attending a test, you must bring a valid Certificate of Motor Insurance confirming you are insured to drive the vehicle you present. If you are not named on the certificate, you will also need written confirmation from your insurance provider."Please check the full requirements in advance and make sure you have the correct documents with you on the day. Without them, your test cannot proceed.", reports the Irish Mirror.They added: "In the event that you are not named on the Certificate of Insurance you will also, in addition to the certificate, need to provide an email or letter (on headed paper) from your insurance company stating that you are insured to drive the vehicle presented for test. Names or personal details of other people on documents can be redacted or covered. The documents will be viewed by the tester and returned to you."This follows a recent industrial dispute where driving examiners affiliated with the Road Safety Authority (RSA), who are members of the Fórsa trade union, raised concerns about uninsured vehicles being used for tests.Fórsa contended that workers were not adequately protected by the State Claims Agency whilst performing their duties - especially when conducting tests in uninsured vehicles.Driving examiners had scheduled a one-day work stoppage on Friday (February 20) over the issue - but following renewed talks with the RSA, this industrial action has been cancelled.Want to see more of the stories you love from Dublin Live? Making us your preferred source on Google means you’ll get more of our exclusives, top stories and must-read content straight away. To add Dublin Live as a preferred source, simply click here.
