METRO Police management are piloting a central booking system project at the Verulam Testing Station for the renewal of driving licences.
Metro Police spokesperson, Senior Superintendent, Parboo Sewpersad, said the decision was taken due to the Covid-19 pandemic, which was placing strain on various test centres around the province with large crowds queuing.
“Due to the coronavirus pandemic and with large number of applicants queuing at the testing station, Metro Police management decided to pilot the project in the interest of public safety. In order to streamline processes, there is a scheduled booking system in place.
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“Those applying are required to contact the booking office on 031 322 1771 and 031 322 1853 in order to obtain a booking to renew your driver’s licence. The Verulam Testing Station will be now based on bookings only for renewals of driver’s licences, and will be open from Monday to Friday from 8.30am to 2.30pm excluding public holidays,” he said.
Outside of the licence renewal service, the Verulam Testing Station’s operating hours are Monday to Saturday 7am to 2pm.
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