The portal for people wishing to sit the driver theory test online has gone live, but specific technical requirements may prevent many from accessing it. The Irish Examiner reported last week that 105,000 people are currently waiting to sit their theory test. Sitting the theory test in person is suspended due to Covid-19 as it has not been deemed an essential service. People who wish to sit their test online can now apply to do so, however, there are some restrictions. He also called for the Minister for Transport to class the theory test as essential.

Source: Irish Examiner May 26, 2021 16:36 UTC