New driving guidelines will allow sufferers of mini-stroke back on the road in one week if they’ve recovered properly and have been assessed.

This relates to Grade One drivers – motorists and motorcyclists – who have suffered a Transient Ischaemic Attack or mini-stroke.

The former cessation period was four weeks but new guidelines in the 2019 Sláinte agus Tiomáint Medical Fitness to Drive Guidelines have reduced the four weeks to one week.

This decision is based on current clinical evidence from the North Dublin Stroke Study.

The new leaflet also gives Grade One and Grade Two license-holders general advice for driving with medical conditions.

It aims to raise awareness around how health affects driving and promote safety when it comes to driving.

Prof Desmond O’Neill, National Programme Director for Traffic Medicine at RCPI has welcomed the new leaflet saying it will help drivers make informed decisions about their driving and to help them stay safe on the roads.

He said it will also aid GPs and health professionals to discuss with their patients medical fitness to drive.

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