Irish MEP reports 636 learner driver fines up 22.1% in Cork.

Irish MEP Cynthia Ní Mhurchú reports a 22.1% increase in unaccompanied learner driver fines in County Cork, totaling 636 notices in 2025. Learner drivers must be accompanied by a qualified driver, and violations can result in fines up to €1,000, points, or vehicle seizure. The MEP emphasized the safety risks and called for greater public awareness.