Josh Crosbie looks at the challenges of becoming a taxi driver in Ireland

The average age of taxi drivers in Ireland is over 50 and there’s an appeal for young motorists to consider it as an option for a career. Many of us have experienced the frustration of not being able to get a taxi home. Now there’s a fear an even greater shortage could be on the way if the ranks don’t manage to recruit new drivers.

Our reporter, Josh Crosbie has been looking at the challenges of becoming a taxi driver in Ireland.