The Minister for Local Government and Rural Development, Martin Adjei Mensah Korsah, has withdrew the Legislative Instrument (L.I.) on behalf of the Minister for Transport.
The proposed amendment to the Road Traffic Regulations, 2012 (LI 2180), sparked significant public opposition, including from the Minority Caucus in Parliament. Critics argued that the amendment was unnecessary and inappropriate given the pressing issues facing the nation.
In a formal statement in Parliament, Martin Adjei Mensah Korsah announced the withdrawal, acknowledging the concerns raised by the public and stakeholders.
The Minority Caucus, led by Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, vocally opposed the L.I., instructing their members to vote against it and calling for its immediate withdrawal.
They emphasized the need for the government to address more urgent national issues, such as the high cost of living, food inflation, unemployment, high fuel costs, and the depreciation of the cedi.
The Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, also weighed in on the matter, denying any knowledge of the Legislative Instrument before the House and clarifying that Parliament does not have the constitutional power to amend regulations, further complicating the already controversial proposal.
This L.I. aimed to allow Members of Parliament (MPs), Judges, Ministers, and other essential services to use sirens and bypass speed limits during their official duties.
Source:Citinewsroom
