Nearly 1,400 people in Wicklow and around the country have been driving with only a learner permit for over 26 years.
According to freedom of information figures, a total of 21,000 have had one for over 11 years.
You can't apply for a third or subsequent learner permit unless you've recently done a driving test, or have one booked.
The Road Safety Authority says the new figures are concerning.
Wicklow Landowners Urged To Exercise Caution With Pesticides This Season
Wicklow farmers, landowners, local authorities and amenity partners are urged to use best practice when maintaining their lands
Tánaiste Simon Harris Announces €332,100 in Flood Protection Funding for Wicklow
Eight local authorities will benefit from an almost €7 million national package announced today in the wake of Storm Chandra.
Local TD Calls Out Wicklow County Council's Efforts In Tackling Dereliction In Arklow
Malcolm Byrne is unhappy at the apparent lack of effort from Wicklow County Council in tackling ongoing issues of dereliction in Arklow while contrasting that with work in his Wexford
Wicklow Producers Invited to Enter Blas na hÉireann Food Awards
Eight Co. Wicklow food producers won prestigious awards last year. The closing date for applications is Thursday 14th May
Taylor Eyes Focused Squarely On Croker Curtain Call As Katie Seal New Business Venture
Plans are afoot for a life outside the ring for the Bray Bomber Katie Taylor but the dream of Croke park is firmly on the horizon
4:00pm - 7:00pm
East Coast Drive
Sunny intervals
High: 17°C | Low: 10°C
Sunny intervals
High: 16°C | Low: 10°C
Medium-level cloud
High: 17°C | Low: 9°C
Medium-level cloud
High: 17°C | Low: 10°C
Medium-level cloud
High: 17°C | Low: 10°C