Younger drivers are the most concerned about proposed changes.
The majority of motorists want to see the driving test reflect a more normal driving experience.
A survey by Aviva shows almost 9 in 10 drivers would support changes to the current test.
However, many younger drivers are concerned any changes will make the test harder, driving up the fail rate and adding to waiting lists.
Tullamore driving school owner Joe Wynne says what changes he would make:
Farming For Nature Festival Kicks Off In Laois
The event is led by farmers to help them connect and network.
County Council Meeting With Traveller Group And Gardaí Over Cemetery Brawl
Two people were hospitalised after the incident in Portlaoise last month.
Boy In Critical Condition After Laois E-Scooter Crash
A teenage boy is currently being treated in CHI.
Laois TD Says Tanaiste Should "Get Out The Cheque book" For Local Infrastructure
Brian Stanley say it's needed to aid the recent rezoning of land for residential development.
Global Motor Neurone Awareness Day To Be Marked This Weekend
The date coincides with the summer solstice,June 21st.
Manna Drone Delivery To Cease Flights In Ireland
The company operates in places including Moneygall.
Midlands Contestants Starring At Miss Universe Ireland 2026 Final
Dawn and Davinia Knight alongside Victoria Lewis will be competing at the pagaent tomorrow.
Laois Electricity Capacity Set For Boost
Two transformers are being brought into a Laois substation.
Offaly TD Wants More Paternity Leave Supports In Place
The Dáil has heard calls for extra paternity leave for fathers.
Westmeath Company Planning Major Expansions
Mullingar's Sugar Plum Sweetery is aiming to open 10 stores within the next three years.
Uisce Eireann Asks People In The Midlands To Conserve Water
The semi-state body want people to use watering cans instead of hoses.
Ryanair And Michael O'Leary Agree New 6 Year Contract
It says there's a "modest" annual salary increase.
Midlands Set For Warm Weekend
Temperatures are set to reach 20 degrees.
Offaly Community Arts Group Donates €10k To Esker Arts Centre
The donation comes as Esker Arts celebrates it third birthday.
Teaching Council Rejects Enoch Burke's Bid To Remove Chair And Inquiry Panel
Mr Burke requested that the panel chair, Andy Pike, step aside.
Australia’s Under-16s Social Media Ban ‘Making A Big Difference’ - Offaly TD
British Government could be set to introduce social media.
Offaly County Council Income Rises By €5 Million In 2025
Income rose by 4.5%.
Laois TD Highlights Impact Of Social Enterprises Across The Country
Willie Aird is praising those who offer employment in Social Enterprises.
Winners Announced At 2025 Pasture Progress Awards
Wexford's Liam Rochford was named the overall winner.
Appeal Against €1bn Westmeath Data Centre Ruled Invalid
The development is expected to create over 1,700 jobs.
