A Monaghan woman says the waiting time for a driving test in Ireland is a "scandal".
Angela's 17 year old son applied for his driving test in September last year.
His estimated date to actually sit the test is August 4th this year, a wait of almost 12 months. According to the CSO, as of last month the average wait time for a test in Cavan is 19 weeks and 20 weeks in Monaghan. Speaking on the Joe Finnegan Show, Angela pointed out that by the time her son sits the test, he would've spent almost €1,500 on lessons on top of insurance and fuel costs. He also has to be accompanied whilst driving to work since he's on a learner permit.
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Angela says the wait is a total disgrace.
