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Borneo Post
3 days ago
- Automotive
- Borneo Post
Road safety must be daily, not just festive seasons, says S'wak Transport Minister
Lee puts on a safety helmet on a rider during the road safety campaign, while Ariffin (to his left) and the others look on. MIRI (May 31): Road safety must be embraced as a daily responsibility, not just during festive seasons, and every life saved is the result of a collective effort, said Sarawak Transport Minister Dato Sri Lee Kim Shin. While the government continues to improve infrastructure and run awareness campaigns, the real impact depends on the commitment and responsibility of all road users, he said. Lee, also the Senadin assemblyman made the remarks during a road safety campaign held in conjunction with the Gawai Dayak celebration at Permy Mall here today. As part of the campaign, regulated helmets, safety vests, and reflective straps, sponsored by Sarawak Petroleum Berhad (Petros), were distributed to riders and drivers to encourage safer road practices. Citing statistics from the Royal Malaysia Police, Lee said Miri recorded 1,120 road accident cases from January to April this year, marking a reduction of 48 cases or 4.1 per cent compared to the same period in 2024. 'Fatal accidents dropped from 19 to 14, while serious and minor injury cases also decreased,' he said, urging motorists to remain alert, especially along Miri's top five accident-prone roads – Jalan Pan Borneo, Jalan Miri–Bintulu (near Borneo Medical Centre), Jalan Miri Bypass, Jalan Miri–Pujut, and Jalan Kuala Baram Bypass. 'Every accident is a tragedy, whether it involves the loss of life or damage to property,' he stressed. On a related note, he encouraged eligible secondary school students to sign up for the MyLesen programme, which offers affordable and legal motorcycle licences. 'We want the younger generation to be safety-conscious from an early age,' he said, adding that the programme eases the financial burden on families while ensuring youths receive proper training and education before getting on the road. Lee also extended his Gawai greetings to all Sarawakians, calling on the public to make road safety part of their daily habits. Also in attendance were Miri deputy mayor Ariffin Mohamad, and Miri police chief ACP Mohd Farhan Lee Abdullah. Gawai Lee Kim Shin miri road safety
New Straits Times
4 days ago
- New Straits Times
KL RTD officers may face disciplinary action over undeclared asset disposals
KANGAR: Road Transport Department (RTD) officers who fail to declare the disposal of assets in the department's Human Resource Information Management System (HRMIS) may be referred to the Disciplinary Committee if elements of non-compliance are found. This follows a report from the Enforcement Agency Integrity Commission (EAIC) today, which found that several vehicles registered under the names of Kuala Lumpur RTD officers had not yet been declared as disposed of in the HRMIS, as required by the department. RTD director-general Datuk Aedy Fadly Ramli said the department is aware of the incident but will review the EAIC report before taking appropriate action. "We will monitor officers who fail to declare the disposal of assets, as required under the Public Officers (Conduct and Discipline) Regulations 1993. From our side, every disposed asset must be redeclared in the HRMIS system. "In this matter as well, we will first study the EAIC report before taking appropriate action against the Kuala Lumpur RTD officers concerned, as reported by the media," he told reporters after presenting MyLesen (B2) driving licence to 800 recipients comprising students and underprivileged youth at Dewan Warisan today. Present was Perlis RTD director, Noraini Mohd Nawi. Aedy Fadly said the department will consider various aspects to determine whether there has been a breach of the existing regulations. "If there is a breach of the rules set by the government, then the officers involved may be referred to the Disciplinary Committee, which is a standard process implemented by RTD. "This declaration is an obligation not only within RTD but applies to all civil servants," he said. Earlier today, the EAIC, in a statement said it had received a complaint against the Federal Territory RTD involving several vehicle registration numbers, and an investigation was carried out under subsection 27(4) of the Enforcement Agency Integrity Commission Act 2009 (Act 700). EAIC's investigation found that several vehicles registered under the names of Kuala Lumpur RTD officers had not been declared as disposed of in the HRMIS system, even though those vehicles had not been in the officers' possession for a significant period of time.
Borneo Post
15-05-2025
- Borneo Post
Drive responsibly for safety, not just to avoid fines, says S'wak Transport Minister
Lee (seated centre) poses with the guests and participants of the T-ABC programme. BINTULU (May 15): Sarawak Transport Minister Dato Sri Lee Kim Shin has urged all road users to take greater responsibility for their personal safety by strictly adhering to traffic regulations – not out of fear of enforcement, but in genuine pursuit of safe road behaviour. Speaking at the Bintulu Divisional level event of the Transport Awareness Behavioural Change (T-ABC) closing ceremony here today, Lee noted that many drivers only begin to act responsibly upon noticing the presence of enforcement officers. 'We have long promoted a culture of road safety, but the reality on the ground, especially among car drivers, is worrying,' he said. 'It's common to see drivers hurriedly fastening their seat belts or stashing away mobile phones when they realise authorities are nearby,' he said, while questioning the motives behind such behaviours. 'Are you wearing a seat belt for your own safety, or just to avoid getting caught by the authorities? Seat belts are meant to protect you – not merely to fulfil legal requirements,' he added. He also cautioned that mobile phone use while driving significantly increases the risk of rear-end collisions. Quoting statistics from the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM), he noted that rear-end collisions were the leading cause of road accidents in Sarawak during the first four months of 2025, with 2,236 cases recorded. In total, he said Sarawak reported 6,724 road accidents between January and April this year, resulting in 120 fatalities. 'Another 47 individuals sustained serious injuries, while 102 suffered minor injuries during the same period. 'Investigations pointed to several root causes, including negligent and irresponsible driving, an increase in the number of vehicles on the road, adverse weather, poor road conditions, and challenging geographical terrain,' he disclosed. He also cited a tragic incident on Jalan Teo Kui Seng in Kuching this year, involving three cars and two motorcycles that claimed five lives including teenagers. 'The 15-year-old driver in that incident was charged under Section 41(1) and 39(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987 for causing death by reckless driving and driving underage,' he said. Lee advised parents and guardians to monitor their children closely, warning that underage driving or riding is not only illegal but poses a high risk of severe accidents. 'Many students still ride motorcycles to school without a licence and without wearing helmets, which is extremely dangerous,' he said. In light of this, he urged students to take advantage of the MyLesen initiative to obtain a subsidised driving licence. Lee reiterated his ministry's commitment to promoting road safety through education and awareness campaigns and other road safety outreach efforts. drive safe Lee Kim Shin transport minister
The Sun
10-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Sun
S'wak: Over 3k secure class B2 motorcycle licences via MyLesen
SIBU: More than 3,000 people from Sarawak's B40 low-income group have obtained probationary motorcycle licences this year under a government assistance programme to improve mobility and safety. State Road Transport Department (JPJ) director Norizan Jili said the MyLesen initiative has helped 3,708 individuals secure Class B2 Probationary Driving Licences (PDL). Of these, 1,650 participants came from the Lanang parliamentary constituency alone. At the programme's closing ceremony at SMK Sacred Heart Hall today, he said the department planned to expand the initiative further, noting that 13,370 people benefited from it last year. Lanang Member of Parliament and Dewan Rakyat Deputy Speaker Alice Lau Kiong Yieng officiated the event. Norizan noted that MyLesen is part of the Transport Ministry's corporate social responsibility (CSR) drive, designed to help low-income individuals access affordable licensing while promoting road safety and legal awareness. He added that the programme also supports the national goal of halving road accident fatalities by equipping participants with basic traffic discipline and compliance skills to improve their day-to-day lives. He also urged participants to drive responsibly, follow traffic laws and assist JPJ by reporting vehicles with non-compliant number plates through the MyJPJ app.
