Pulse Ghana is the most followed news and entertainment platform, informing and engaging young Ghanaians round the clock, providing updates by the hour.

Pulse Ghana

The NDC Minority Caucus has publicly opposed the proposed changes to the Road Traffic Regulations, 2012 (LI 2180). These amendments, presented in Parliament by the Honourable Minister of Transport on 14th June 2024, have stirred significant public discontent.

Minority kicks against MPs, ministers, judges using sirens and driving speedily | Pulse Ghana

Andreas Kamasah

<h2>However, one provision allowing certain public officials, including Ministers of State and Members of Parliament, to use sirens and exceed speed limits without penalty has faced severe criticism.</h2>

“We understand that the broader purpose of the regulations was to bring the Road Traffic Regulations, 2012 (LI 2180) up to speed on many matters relating to the registration and licensing of motor vehicles,” stated the NDC Minority Caucus in a statement released on Tuesday, July 16 and signed by its leader Cassiel Ato Forson. “However, the Legislative Instrument also includes provisions granting certain public officials the privilege to use sirens on the road and not be liable for exceeding speed limits. This aspect of the regulations has drawn huge public condemnation.”

The Subsidiary Legislation Committee has not yet debated the report, but the NDC Minority Caucus has already declared its position, aligning with the public's opposition.

“Given the sentiments expressed so far, Members of the NDC Minority Caucus wish to make it abundantly clear that we stand with the Ghanaian public on this issue and wish to signal our opposition to the amendment without any reservations,” the Caucus stated.

<h2>The NDC has directed its committee members to oppose the amendment and instructed all 137 NDC Members of Parliament to vote against the Legislative Instrument when it reaches the floor.</h2>

The NDC Minority Caucus urged the government to address more pressing issues affecting Ghanaians, such as the high cost of living, food inflation, unemployment, fuel prices, the depreciation of the Cedi, and the high tax regime driving businesses out of the country.

“The government must redirect its attention to addressing the germane issues facing the people of Ghana at the moment such as high cost of living, food inflation, unemployment, high cost of fuel, the depreciation of the Cedi and the high tax regime which is forcing businesses to relocate to neighbouring countries in West Africa,” the Caucus emphasised.

The NDC Minority Caucus also called on the Minister of Transport to withdraw the Legislative Instrument immediately.

Minority kicks against MPs, ministers, judges using sirens and driving speedily

Business

News

Entertainment

Lifestyle

Sports

Politics

Local

Filla

World

Football

Ghana Premier League

Black Stars

Celebrities

Music

Movies

Fashion

Beauty & Health

Relationships & Weddings

Food & Travel

Domestic

International 

Explore categories

The Pulse Influencer Awards has been set up to recognize and highlight bright lights in the influencer space in Africa who are building active engaged communities around their niche or craft.

Influencer Awards

Company Pages

Breaking News & Top Stories | Pulse Ghana

Video

Checkout our authors for the latest content across entertainment, sports, business and more. Be first to receive exclusive updates with your free subscription straight to your phone | Pulse Ghana

Authors | Pulse Ghana

| Pulse Ghana

Read the latest news across entertainment, sports, business and more. Be first to receive exclusive updates with your free subscription straight to your phone | Pulse Ghana

Search for the latest content across entertainment, sports, business and more. Be first to receive exclusive updates with your free subscription straight to your phone | Pulse Ghana

Search Results | Pulse Ghana

Watch the latest videos across entertainment, sports, business and more. Be first to receive exclusive updates with your free subscription straight to your phone | Pulse Ghana