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ST: Right of way dilemma at road crossings (6 Apr 2012)
Double-green system in spotlight following fatal accident
 
This PASSIVE Prof doesn't know the seriousness by saying this
"no change to the system is needed: 'Singapore has used this system for many years, and motorists should put into practice what they learnt while getting a driving license.' "
Do we want to wait passively, like MRT & LTA ignoring the calls for the installation of wall/doors on MRT platform, for more BODIES Count FIRST ???
 
These leaders are just irresponsible to the SAFETY of majority of general public.
IF Vehicle Congestion is really an issue, then Reduce the number of vehicles on our road.  Although I drive, but Most Singaporeans walk and take public transport.
 
Pedestrian SAFETY is of Utmost Importance!  Don't be so self-centre.
It is the drivers who are against the mandatory Right Arrow/Stop implementation at all traffic junctions.
 
Often I see drivers turning Right at traffic junction without keeping a look out for pedestrians at Green Man crossing and almost knocking into them.
 
Many times I also see drivers who don't slow down and stop for pedestrians to cross the Zebra Crossing too, accidents had happen before and will again. 
For those against. Better hope it is not your family members next time!
 
Definitely ACCIDENT IS WAITING TO HAPPEN!
 
We are an international city with many Nationalities who would not have taken a Full Singapore Driving Test and receive a PASS in Singapore driving license.  Many foreigners have just easily converted from their own country domestic license; standards may be different and driving behaviour & attitudes are different too.  We have many drivers from China & India among us who may behave differently and dangerously.
 
I know the dangers, that why I often remind my children and old folks of traffic junction & zebra crossing dangers.  There are just too many IMPATIENT DRIVERS on the roads nowadays.
 
Mr Lui.  LTA. 
Please review RESPONSIBLY for the safety of the general public and not just bias to the car drivers.  Otherwise if more Bodies get ramp down, the public will blame you for get high pay and not doing any serious work.
Good Luck.