Rules coming into force next month will see people having to display an 'N' plate on their cars to show they're 'novice' drivers.
These drivers will face a range of restrictions on their activities similar to their 'learner' counterparts.
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Both groups risk losing their licence for six months if they clock up just seven penalty points, compared to the limit of 12 for fully qualified drivers.
Transport minister Leo Varadkar says the 'novice' category will help improve behaviour among inexperienced drivers.
The new law comes into force on the first of August, and will only apply to those who get their first full licence after that date.
