Speeding or dangerous motorists may have to sit retraining courses

A graduated penalty points system is also being examined, where points awarded for speeding would be based on the severity of the offence, said junior transport minister James Lawless. Picture Colin Keegan, Collins Dublin

Retraining for problem drivers who repeatedly commit offences is being considered by junior transport minister James Lawless in an effort to reduce the carnage on the country's roads.

A graduated penalty points system is also being examined, where points awarded for speeding would be based on the severity of the offence, according to Mr Lawless