AQW 35916/11-15

Ms Claire Sugden
Independent
East Londonderry

Tabled Date: 12/09/2014
Answered On Date: 19/09/2014
Priority Written: Yes

Question:
To ask the Minister of the Environment what steps his Department is taking to address the recent back-log of clients taking the off-road and on-road motorcycle test in Ballymena; and whether his Department intends to increase efficiency by appointing an additional examiner.

Answer:

Arrangements are currently underway to train four members of staff to conduct off-road and on-road motorcycle tests. Subject to successful completion of training, it is anticipated that one of those staff will be placed in Ballymena Test Centre to be operational by week commencing 29 September. This will address the immediate issue of availability of motorcycle testing services in the area.