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For Written Answer on : 28/05/2024
Question Number(s): 156 Question Reference(s): 23973/24
Department: Transport
Asked by: David Stanton T.D.
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QUESTION
To ask the Minister for Transport to outline the various processes involved in obtaining a category D driving licence to drive a bus in Ireland; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
REPLY
To make an application for a bus driving licence, an applicant must first hold a valid full category B (car or light van) driving licence. To drive professionally on a D licence, a driver must also obtain a certificate of professional competence (CPC). Details on the steps required to obtain a bus licence are available on the RSA’s website at the following link.
www.rsa.ie/services/learner-drivers/get-qualified/cpc-driver—bus—d.
