Fine Gael launches new driver training and testing plan

Fine Gael has launched a new 10-point plan to improve driver training and testing in a bid to reduce road fatalities.

In launching the plan transport spokesman Denis Naughten also called for the establishment of a road accident investigation unit to change Ireland's outdated speed limits and road signage.

Mr Naughten also called for reform of the insurance sector to prevent insurance companies 'cherry picking' certain sectors of the market. He said the 10-point plan could dramatically reduce the number of provisional licence-holders on the road.