B40 folk in Sibu get help in obtaining motorcycle licence
Lau says a motorcycle licence is a ticket to economic survival.
The Class B2 Motorcycle Licence Assistance (BLM) programme received an overwhelming response in the Lanang constituency in Sibu, Sarawak.
The 1,650 participants from the B40 group obtained their licences to enable mobility and promote socio-economic improvement of low-income communities.
Dewan Rakyat Deputy Speaker Alice Lau Kiong Yieng described the programme as a catalyst for change at the grassroots level, enabling participants to access job opportunities in the rapidly growing transport and delivery sector.
The programme not only removes the cost to obtaining a licence, but also has a direct impact on the ability of the B40 group to participate in the gig economy and delivery-based jobs.
'This is the inclusive approach we want – not only meeting daily needs but also providing space for the people to build a better life.
'A motorcycle licence is not just a piece of paper, it is a ticket to economic survival,' said Lau at the closing of the programme.
The BLM programme, which is run by the Road Transport Department (JPJ), was implemented last year in Sarawak.
The oldest participant was 72 while the youngest was 16.
Lau also expressed her appreciation of the roles of enforcement agencies such as JPJ, police and Commercial Vehicle Licensing Board (LPKP), which educate and ensure compliance with road laws.
'We want everyone to return home safely.
'That is why the government's target to reduce road deaths by 50% by 2030 is a humanitarian responsibility,' said the Lanang MP.
JPJ Sarawak director Norizan Jili and JPJ Sibu branch head Nurul Fairezzah Safri were among those present.
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