Doctors for Road Safety has highlighted the fact that the promised Transport Safety Investigative Commission has now missed the deadline of its establishment by yet another year.
The NGO said that it “has to once again note the horrific crashes which occurred over the last few days with the most unfortunate loss of life and limb. Our heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of the deceased, and wishes of a successful recovery to the grievously injured.”
D4RS insisted that “this Commission is essential to investigate such crashes and then execute changes to prevent similar recurrences.”
“The Commission was promised to us following the first National Road Safety Conference we organised in 2022,” Doctors for Road Safety said.
It went on to say that “this lethargy is symptomatic of road safety not being given it’s urgent due priority by policymakers in this country.”
D4RS concluded by urging all road users “to be cautious and attentive on the roads, most especially during the festive season.”
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