Question 1309 · Truck theory test
Under EU drivers’ hours regulations, what is the minimum number of consecutive hours of daily rest a driver must take?
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Correct answer
11 reduced to 9.
Official explanation
This is EU law as set by Council Rules (EEC) 3820/85 and 561/2006. It is also Irish law and helps make our roads safer.
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- Legal matters / rules of the road · Driving Hours Breaks Regulations
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