The scarcity of examiners at the Granada Provincial Traffic Office is paralyzing the practical training for thousands of driving license applicants. This situation prevents driving schools from adequately planning training, as they cannot guarantee exam slots, leading to widespread uncertainty.
The problem is particularly critical for those who need the license to access or maintain their employment. The Provincial Association of Driving Schools of Granada points out that an increasing number of companies and public employment calls require this prerequisite, and the lack of administrative planning is hindering vital projects.
It is estimated that around 15,000 people are pending progress in their practical training. Schools can only enroll new students when they have confirmed exam slots, which blocks schedules and can lead to applicants, after passing the theory test, having to wait months without being able to advance.
This delay has a direct economic impact on students, who often need to book additional classes to maintain their driving skills. Driving schools argue that this extra cost should not fall on the users but is a direct consequence of administrative management.
The situation also threatens the viability of the driving school sector. Despite high demand, the lack of examiners limits actual activity, reduces revenue, and hinders staff maintenance. Some schools have already reduced personnel, incurred losses, or closed, while others survive through the efforts of their owners.
José Blas Valero, president of the association, has warned that the sector is "doomed to closure" and has called for an urgent response to reinforce the examiner staff and resolve the harm to both businesses and the thousands of Granadinos awaiting an opportunity to obtain their driving license.
