Measures to Increase Security at MRT Stations near Large-scale Event Venues

Debated in Parliament on 3 Jul 2017.

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The Public Transport Security Committee, led by the Land Transport Authority, uses a risk-based approach to balance security with commuter flow, employing multi-layered measures like security guards, CCTV, and police patrols.
Security is enhanced during major events near MRT stations through coordination between police, public transport operators, and the LTA, with additional measures deployed during heightened threats.
The committee is considering the use of baggage scanners at MRT stations as a potential security measure, while also emphasizing the role of commuters in reporting suspicious activity and not leaving belongings unattended.

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Joan Pereira

Ms Joan Pereira asked the Minister for Transport (a) what measures will be implemented to increase security at MRT stations around and near venues which host big events, such as the National Stadium, have heavy pedestrian traffic or are near vital facilities, such as Changi Airport; and (b) whether baggage scanners will be introduced at all MRT stations.

Khaw Boon Wan

The Public Transport Security Committee (PTSC), a multi-agency body led by the Land Transport Authority (LTA), constantly reviews security threats to our public transport network and recalibrates the security measures as necessary. Our risk-based approach seeks to strike a balance between ensuring security and facilitating commuter flows and public transport operations.

A multi-layered set of measures is currently in place. The Public Transport Operators (PTOs) engage security guards to patrol Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) stations and bus interchanges. This is supplemented by closed-circuit television (CCTV) surveillance. Police Officers from the PTSC (TransCom), as well as officers from other Police units, such as the Emergency Response Teams and Special Operations Command, also conduct patrols. Security exercises involving the relevant agencies are conducted regularly.

Whenever there are major events taking place near an MRT station, the Police work with the PTOs and LTA to step up security within the MRT station and also the surrounding areas.

During periods of heightened threat, additional security measures may be deployed. One such measure PTSC is considering is the deployment of screening equipment, such as baggage scanners, at MRT stations.

Commuters also play an important role in ensuring the safety and security of our public transport system, by cooperating when stopped for security checks, and by looking out for and reporting suspicious persons and unattended items to the authorities. Members of the public should also not leave their belongings unattended in MRT stations and trains, so as not to cause unnecessary public alarm and inconvenience.

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The Public Transport Security Committee, led by the Land Transport Authority, uses a risk-based approach to balance security with commuter flow, employing multi-layered measures like security guards, CCTV, and police patrols.
Security is enhanced during major events near MRT stations through coordination between police, public transport operators, and the LTA, with additional measures deployed during heightened threats.
The committee is considering the use of baggage scanners at MRT stations as a potential security measure, while also emphasizing the role of commuters in reporting suspicious activity and not leaving belongings unattended.

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Measures to Increase Security at MRT Stations near Large-scale Event Venues

Debated in Parliament on 3 Jul 2017.

Summary written by AI (learn more)

The Public Transport Security Committee, led by the Land Transport Authority, uses a risk-based approach to balance security with commuter flow, employing multi-layered measures like security guards, CCTV, and police patrols.
Security is enhanced during major events near MRT stations through coordination between police, public transport operators, and the LTA, with additional measures deployed during heightened threats.
The committee is considering the use of baggage scanners at MRT stations as a potential security measure, while also emphasizing the role of commuters in reporting suspicious activity and not leaving belongings unattended.

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Joan Pereira

Khaw Boon Wan

Whenever there are major events taking place near an MRT station, the Police work with the PTOs and LTA to step up security within the MRT station and also the surrounding areas.

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The Public Transport Security Committee, led by the Land Transport Authority, uses a risk-based approach to balance security with commuter flow, employing multi-layered measures like security guards, CCTV, and police patrols.
Security is enhanced during major events near MRT stations through coordination between police, public transport operators, and the LTA, with additional measures deployed during heightened threats.
The committee is considering the use of baggage scanners at MRT stations as a potential security measure, while also emphasizing the role of commuters in reporting suspicious activity and not leaving belongings unattended.

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Measures to Increase Security at MRT Stations near Large-scale Event Venues

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