Transport authority introduces new safety checks on major highways
Drivers of commercial vehicles will face roadside inspections under a programme starting next month.
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The transport authority has announced a programme of roadside safety checks on major highways, targeting commercial vehicles and long-distance buses.
Under the plan, inspection teams will check tyres, brakes, lights and driver documents at fixed points along busy routes. Vehicles that fail will be held until repairs are completed.
How drivers will be affected
Officials said the checks are intended to reduce avoidable crashes rather than to raise revenue, and that inspection results will be published monthly.
Transport unions said they welcome the aim but want clear guidance on fees, repair standards and how disputes will be handled. The authority said it will hold consultations before the programme begins.
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