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Borneo Post
17-05-2025
- Automotive
- Borneo Post
S'wak expands Motorcycle Licence Assistance Programme to Miri schools to tackle youth road safety crisis
Lee (seated, centre) highlights some points during the press conference. Joining him is JPJ Sarawak director Norizan Jili (seated, left). MIRI (May 17): The Class B2 Motorcycle Licence Assistance Programme (BLM) is being expanded to schools across Miri in an effort to reduce the high number of road accidents involving young motorcyclists. Sarawak Transport Minister Dato Sri Lee Kim Shin announced the expansion during a recent press conference, stating that the initiative builds on the success of last year's Signature Programme held within the Senadin constituency. 'In 2024 alone, over 11,944 participants joined 14 BLM programmes held across various parliamentary constituencies in Sarawak. In Senadin specifically, 587 participants successfully obtained their licenses last year. This year, we are extending the programme to schools throughout Miri,' said the Senadin assemblyman. The BLM programme aims to make motorcycle licensing more affordable and to promote safer riding habits among students. According to Lee, many students already ride motorcycles to school but do so without a valid licence, which increases their risk of being involved in road accidents. 'This initiative provides them with a proper and legal pathway to become responsible road users,' he added. A total of 1,000 students across Miri are expected to benefit from the programme this year. Eligible participants will only need to pay a minimum of RM250 to obtain their B2 motorcycle licence. Lee stressed the urgency of the initiative in light of worrying statistics, noting that Sarawak has recorded more than 6,500 road accident cases so far this year. 'Motorcyclists are particularly vulnerable, so it is crucial they are properly trained and licensed,' he emphasised. Application forms for the BLM programme will be distributed through schools from May 22 to June 3. Each application requires school verification and parental consent. In addition to the BLM programme, complementary initiatives such as the Transport Awareness, Behaviour, and Change (TABC) programme and traffic simulation games are also being introduced to raise road safety awareness among school children. Lee added that the programme not only reduces the financial burden on families but also fosters a culture of road safety and legal compliance among the younger generation. The implementation of the BLM programme is made possible through strategic collaboration between the Sarawak Road Transport Department (JPJ), the Sarawak Transport Ministry, Royal Malaysia Police, the Miri District Education Office, and local school principals. 'This programme reflects the Sarawak government's commitment to developing safer, more responsible road users from a young age,' Lee concluded. BLM Lee Kim Shin miri Motorcycle Licence Assistance Programme
Borneo Post
10-05-2025
- Automotive
- Borneo Post
Motorbike licence programme boosts road safety, helps more S'wakians ride legally, says Lanang MP
Lau takes a closer look at a JPJ-compliant rider's vest at the closing ceremony of the BLM for the Lanang constituency. With the MP are (from right) Norizan and Nurul Fairezzah. — Photo by Peter Boon SIBU (May 10): The Class B2 Motorcycle Licence Assistance Programme (BLM) is a step forward towards reducing the number of unlicensed riders on the road. In stating this, Lanang MP Alice Lau has noted that one of the benefits is the education given to the riders advocating the practice of safe behaviours on the road. 'Additionally, obtaining a licence requires them to learn about the process, including the laws and everything else involved,' she told reporters when met after attending the closing ceremony of the BLM for the Lanang parliamentary constituency, at SMK Sacred Heart here today. This initiative by the Transport Ministry through the Road Transport Department (JPJ) is one of the government's efforts to provide assistance to the B40 (low-income) group in obtaining a Class B2 motorcycle licence. Meanwhile, JPJ Sarawak director Norizan Jili said since the programme's implementation in early last year, a total of 13,370 participants had received their B2 licences. 'In 2025, a total of 3,078 residents across Sarawak have successfully obtained their licenses. 'The number of participants will continue to be increased from time to time based on the set conditions and criteria,' said Norizan. Also in attendance was JPJ Sibu branch chief Nurul Fairezzah Safri. Alice Lau BLM Class B2 Motorcycle Licence Assistance Programme Sibu
Borneo Post
10-05-2025
- Automotive
- Borneo Post
1,650 Lanang constituents receive motorcycle licences through BLM programme
(Seated, from third right) Lau, Norizan, Nurul Fairezzah and others posing with the participants. – Photo by Peter Boon SIBU (May 10): A total of 1,650 participants in the Lanang parliamentary constituency have successfully obtained their Class B2 motorcycle licences through the Class B2 Motorcycle Licence Assistance Programme (BLM). Dewan Rakyat Deputy Speaker Alice Lau said this marked the first time the programme had been held in the Sibu Division, and public response had been very encouraging. 'This kind of programme aims to reach the people at the grassroots level and help the B40 group obtain motorcycle licences. 'This, in turn, opens up opportunities for improving socio-economic status and household income through job opportunities in the logistics and transportation sectors,' she said. Lau was speaking at the closing ceremony of the Class B2 Motorcycle Licence Assistance Programme (BLM) for the Lanang parliamentary constituency at SMK Sacred Heart here today. She added that, according to the Road Transport Department (JPJ), the programme has been implemented since early last year and has involved many participants across Sarawak. 'Participation will continue to increase over time based on predetermined criteria and conditions,' she added. Lau also expressed appreciation to enforcement agencies such as JPJ, the police, and the Commercial Vehicle Licensing Board (LPKP) for their continued efforts in ensuring road law compliance. 'Their duty is aimed at reducing road accidents, especially fatal ones, so that everyone who leaves home to earn a living can return safely to their families. This aligns with the government's aspiration to reduce road accident fatalities by 50 per cent by the year 2030. 'Always practice courteous behavior, responsibility, and adherence to the law while on the road.' Among the 1,650 participants, the oldest was 72-years-old, while the youngest was 16. Also in attendance were Sarawak JPJ director Norizan Jili and JPJ Sibu branch chief Nurul Fairezzah Safri.
