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AQW 35173/22-27 Written question to the Minister for Infrastructure

To ask the Minister for Infrastructure whether she plans to extend the Translink concession pass criteria, to include those who have not been refused a driving licence but are unable to drive consistently, due to dynamic disability.

Asked by Peter McReynolds MLA on 11 November 2025

  • Answered
  • Written
  • After due date
Tabled
11 November 2025
Answer due by
26 November 2025
Answered
3 December 202522 days after tabling
Department
Department for Infrastructure
Priority question
No

Answer

I have no plans to extend the Translink concession pass criteria to include those who have not been refused a driving licence but are unable to drive consistently due to dynamic disability at this time. However, I am keen to extend the criteria when possible and all options will be considered.

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