4 May 2022

Improving access to driver licensing will help keep people out of prison says govt

From Midday Report, 12:18 pm on 4 May 2022

The government is increasing support for people who struggle to access drivers license testing and training.

With an $86.5 million investment in Budget 2022, the government estimates 64,000 more people will be able to get a licence.

Social Development Minister Carmel Sepuloni says having a drivers licence is necessary for about two-thirds of jobs, but a big proportion of the community can't access training or tests due to the cost and other barriers.

The Minister spoke to Māni Dunlop.