Transport

2,720 debates and bills about transport

4 Aug 2026

Rental Reductions, Free Lunchtime Parking to Boost Footfall and Other Measures to Support Commercial Tenants Expected to Be Affected by JB-Singapore Rapid Transit System Link

Taskforce engaging HDB tenants in the North; studying business federation report on RTS Link impact.
HDB will help struggling tenants case-by-case via shorter tenancies or relocation.
No commitment to rental cuts, subletting, or free lunchtime parking.

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4 Aug 2026

Advisory Notices and Summonses for Offences within Enhanced School Zones

Speeding penalties tightened due to rising road accidents; no leniency for Enhanced School Zones.
ESZs have clear signs and alerts; drivers must always obey speed limits.
Offenders may get separate advisories or summonses for distinct violations in an ESZ.

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4 Aug 2026

Use of AI-enabled Traffic Camera Systems to Detect Erratic or Dangerous Driving Behaviours

Nine Traffic Violation Enforcement Cameras deployed since March 2026 use analytics to catch red-light, illegal U-turns, and double white lines.
Traffic Police will continue exploring AI to detect dangerous driving and enable timely intervention before accidents occur.

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4 Aug 2026

Leveraging Technologies to Improve Road Traffic Management and Reduce Traffic Congestions

LTA uses ERP 2.0 data to dynamically optimize traffic lights via CRUISE pilot.
AI-powered video analytics will detect traffic incidents earlier and warn motorists.
These capabilities will be progressively rolled out over coming years to improve flow.

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4 Aug 2026

Key Performance Indicators for Reducing Road Casualties

Ministry rejects numerical road casualty targets, citing zero tolerance.
Every fatality or injury is considered unacceptable.
Statistics are still tracked to assess trends and guide policy.

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4 Aug 2026

Checks on Non-compliant Devices on the Roads

Traffic Police do not track casualties linked to non-approved seat belt devices.
Enforcement checks occur during routine operations, not increased roadside checks.
Government will ask e-commerce platforms to remove such device listings.

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4 Aug 2026

Reaching 75%: Reforming Singapore's Public Transport System

MP proposes reforming bus contracts, unifying rail operations, and setting AV targets to boost public transport use.
Government defends current model, citing cost savings, quality focus, and ongoing rail reliability improvements.
Both agree on expanding network and closing public-private travel time gaps.

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4 Aug 2026

Road Traffic (Miscellaneous Amendments) Bill

New offences for purposeful endangerment, drug driving, and handphone use; stricter drink-driving limits.
Minister rejected differentiated demerit points for vocational drivers but offered one-time deduction and retained retraining option.
Enforcement will use automation and cameras; public reports yield action in ~40% of cases.

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4 Aug 2026

Road Traffic (Miscellaneous Amendments) Bill

Bill tightens road safety: new purposeful endangerment offence, higher penalties for grievous hurt, lower alcohol limits, and ban on holding phones while driving.
MPs broadly supported but sought clarity on mounted-device distractions, prescribed medication defences, and automated enforcement safeguards.
Calls for public education and protecting vocational drivers' livelihoods reliant on driving licences.

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4 Aug 2026

Road Traffic (Miscellaneous Amendments) Bill

New offence for deliberate vehicle endangerment, with tougher penalties and lifetime driving bans.
Penalties raised for dangerous/careless driving causing grievous hurt.
Lower alcohol limits and new offence for driving with any specified drug in blood.

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7 Jul 2026

Rationale for Route Change of Bus Service 965 to Ply Compassvale Drive, Sengkang East Road and Sengkang East Way, and Maintaining Connectivity for Sengkang-Compassvale Walk Residents

965's detour aims to improve access to Sengkang amenities like schools, hospital, and community hub.
Compassvale Walk residents can use Service 27 to Buangkok or transfer to 965 for Woodlands.
They can also walk under five minutes to a Sengkang East Way stop for 965.

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7 Jul 2026

Breakdown of Bus Captain Profiles Across Public Transport Sector by Demographic and Educational Qualifications

Bus captains: 30% aged ≤40, 57% aged 41-60, 13% above 60.
40% Singaporeans/PRs; rest Work Permit holders.
85% hold secondary or lower qualifications.

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7 Jul 2026

Measuring Economic Value of Senior Bus Captains Mentoring and Accompanying New Bus Captains on Live Routes

Government does not measure economic value of senior bus captains mentoring trainees.
Bus operators acknowledge this role via higher salaries or allowances for mentors.

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7 Jul 2026

Formal Classification of Care Transport Within Transport and Healthcare Infrastructure Frameworks and Impact on Long-term Funding and Policy Planning

Care transport lacks formal classification; ministries coordinate on services.
Public transport is barrier-free; taxis and hospital shuttles aid healthcare access.
MOH subsidises specialised transport services to ensure affordable care access.

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7 Jul 2026

Expanding Scope of PWD Taxi Subsidy Scheme to Include Transportation for All SkillsFuture-Funded Training

MP sought taxi subsidy for all SkillsFuture-funded training, not just SG Enable-endorsed.
Scheme covers endorsed courses relevant to employability and designed for PwDs.
SG Enable will review and expand list; providers can apply.

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7 Jul 2026

Applications Received for and Outcomes of Persons with Disabilities’ (PWDs) Taxi Subsidy Scheme from 2022 to 2025

Patrick Tay asked for annual PWD Taxi Subsidy Scheme applications and success rates from 2022–2025.
Masagos stated the scheme aids disabled citizens/PRs unable to use public transport, with means-tested taxi subsidies for work or training.
He provided application and outcome numbers in a table.

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7 Jul 2026

Extending SAF Driver Training and Civilian Licensing to National Servicemen, Annual Civilian Licence Uptake and Converting SAF Driving Qualifications to Civilian Licences

SAF prioritises military duties and operational training over civilian licensing for national servicemen.
Converting SAF driving qualifications to civilian licences requires meeting mileage, safety, and disciplinary standards.
About 85% of full-time NS transport operators obtained civilian licences in the past three years.

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7 Jul 2026

Guidelines for In-car Video and Livestreaming Recordings in Driving Schools, and Disclosure and Consent Requirements for Learner Biometric and Personal Data Storage

Traffic Police imposes no video recording requirements on driving schools.
Schools voluntarily use in-car cameras for safety and audit purposes.
All must comply with prevailing laws on personal data collection, use, retention.

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7 Jul 2026

Measures to Protect Point-to-Point Drivers from Excessive Ride-hailing Platform Commissions

No plans to cap ride-hail commissions or fares; market-based approach stands.
Livelihoods improved via open, contestable market, not regulation.
September 2025 principles guide fair earnings and safe incentives for drivers.

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7 Jul 2026

Timeline for Installation of Bus Stops and Lifts at Overhead Bridges, and Launch of Feeder Bus Services at Punggol East, Rivervale Estate and Sengkang East Drive

New TPE bus stops, overhead bridges, and lifts will be completed between 2030 and 2032.
No additional feeder buses planned now, but connectivity improves via Service 86 transfers.

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