The RSA has re-hired 18 testers.
Just over 3,600 people in the midlands are awaiting a driving test.
The largest waiting list is in Westmeath at 1,487, there's over 1,350 in Offaly and 759 in Laois.
The Road Safety Authority has re-hired 18 testers and is operating on Saturdays in an effort to reduce the backlog.
Its communications manager Brian Farrell says they're aware the situation is unacceptable:
Energy Efficiency Roadshow Comes To Laois This Afternoon
The Neighbourhood Energy Clinic takes place at the Woodgrove this afternoon.
Laois Soccer Club Plans New Clubhouse And Changing Facilities
Arlington Football Club are making plans to redevelop their club grounds.
Westmeath Hotel Reopening After Norovirus Outbreak
Glasson Lakehouse Hotel is open tomorrow.
Eight Legal Aid Certificates Issued In Laois Amid Solicitors’ Boycott
Eight of 179 certificates issued in Laois since courts returned from their summer breaks.
Ireland Still Faces STEM Gender Gap Despite Strong PISA Results
Ireland continues to be a leading performer in education internationally.
Just Five Of 25 Promised Psychosis Teams Operating Nationally
According to the health service, people in the Midlands are being supported by a team based in Meath.
GAA ‘Not Ready’ For Proposed Integration With LGFA And Camogie Association
Mary McAleese resigned as chair of the Gaelic Games Integration Steering Group.
Offaly Firefighter's 9/11 Memorial Trip Delayed For A Second Day
Phil Keegan along with 40 firefighters were due to fly to New York yesterday.
