It's likely the new driving test will reflect the rise in e-scooters and how motorway driving is a bigger factor across the country.

155 people have died in road collisions - up 36 on the same time last year.

Those who break the proposed regulations if approved, will be subject to a Garda fine.

Whilst making a complaint does not require someone to state the location, 65 complaints did specify a location within the region.

Up to 30 thousand are on their third or subsequent learners' permit and have never sat a driving test.

The Education Minister is considering the move after the recent spate of road deaths involving young people, including the summer tragedies in Monaghan and Clonmel.

It's one of the busiest weekends on Irish roads.

Nationally, Offaly had the highest percentage of points issued last year at 19.2%.