Marcos vows action on road safety after accidents

President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. vowed on Monday to prevent future tragic road accidents after incidents at SCTEX and NAIA Terminal 1.

Marcos tasked Transportation Secretary Vince Dizon to take decisive action, including identifying those responsible for the accidents and implementing reforms to ensure safety.

The president announced plans to review driver licensing, conduct a nationwide audit of bus operators with strict sanctions, and crack down on unsafe practices in the transport sector.

Among the new measures are thorough reviews of the driver licensing system and audits of bus operators to ensure compliance with safety standards.

Marcos emphasized that these reforms aim to better safeguard the lives of commuters and travelers and expressed his condolences to victims' families.

He vowed to act with resolve and accountability, promising to build a transport system that prioritizes Filipino people's safety.

The President also directed the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) to address unsafe practices in the transport sector that compromise public safety.