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Should there be consequences for driving test no-shows?

There have been more than 3,000 no-shows for driving tests so far this year. Which means 3,000 working hours of RSA testers being wasted so far this year. At a time when there’s a backlog of people waiting. Some drivers are exploiting a legal loophole that enables them to renew their learner permit so long as they show they have applied for a test. So, should there be consequences? Joining guest host Adrian Kennedy to discuss is Editor of completecar.ie Shane O'Donoghue, Driving instructor and Director of the Professional Driving Instructors Association Dominic Brophy, as well as listeners.