They says people waiting patiently for a test are being sidestepped by others declaring themselves as essential.
The Road Safety Authority says the driving test priority list for frontline workers has "lost all meaning".
It says the intention to facilitate essential workers is being exploited as a part-time employee in Penneys could be considered essential.
The RSA says people waiting patiently for a test are being sidestepped by others declaring themselves as essential.
According to records released under Freedom of Information, there is currently a backlog of over 100,000 people waiting to take the test.