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Poe: State of calamity won’t solve Metro traffic
With an estimated P3.5 billion in economic losses incurred per day due to traffic congestion, the government should listen to experts and stakeholders to address the monstrous traffic jams in Metro Manila, Sen. Grace Poe said yesterday......»»
Delays in road works causing traffic congestion in Davao
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 10 March) – Vehicle owners in the city had been airing complaints that delays in road works being done by the Department of Public Works and Highways – Davao Region (DPWH-Davao) have been causing traffic congestion. Manny de Mesa, a logistics truck driver, told MindaNews it is “very time-consuming” to enter […].....»»
EDITORIAL— Worst traffic congestion
Here’s another dubious distinction for the Philippines: Metro Manila had the worst traffic congestion among all metropolitan areas worldwide in 2023......»»
Consumer group hopes early passage of NEPC franchise law
Consumer group hopes early passage of NEPC franchise law.....»»
Fines, guidelines sought to address road projects that cause traffic
The rising traffic congestion in Davao City due to many ongoing road infrastructure projects is being tackled by the Davao City Council in the past few months......»»
GenSan to go after ‘kolorum’ tricycles anew
GENERAL SANTOS CITY (MindaNews / 8 March) – The city government here will launch another round of crackdown against “kolorum” tricycles to address traffic congestion and fast-track the rationalization of the area’s public transportation system. Maximo Layugan, City Transport and Traffic Management Division head, said Friday they will rid the city’s streets of tricycles that […].....»»
Traffic index: 25 mins, 30 secs to travel 10 kms in Metro Manila
Traffic further worsened in Metro Manila in 2023, resulting in an estimated 117 hours – almost five days – lost in traffic congestion last year by every Filipino who had to deal with rush hour every working day......»»
Delay in passage of anti-piracy bills hit
A citizens advocacy group has decried the delay in the passage of a law that would intensify the drive against online pirates who have been stealing from the Philippine creative industry, depriving workers of just rewards and exposing people to cyber threats......»»
Talisay traffic chief urges caution in online vehicle purchases after stolen motorbike incident
Talisay traffic chief urges caution in online vehicle purchases after stolen motorbike incident.....»»
Public reminded: Follow traffic rules to avoid accidents
MANDAUE CITY, Cebu –Officials of Mandaue City are reminding motorists to always follow traffic rules to avoid violations and possible accidents. Mayor Jonas Cortes stated on Friday, March 1, that adherence to traffic rules can ensure drivers’ safety and promote smooth traffic flow. “Kung magdali ka o mag-counterflow, prone ka sa disgrasya. Importante gyud ang.....»»
MMDA questions int l study calling Metro Manila the worst in traffic worldwide
The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) cast its doubt on the "2023 Traffic Index," released by transportation data company TomTom Traffic, calling Metro Manila the worst in metro traffic worldwide......»»
Senators buck exclusive motorcycle lane on EDSA
Data-driven solutions to address traffic congestion are needed, senators said yesterday as they opposed the proposed exclusive lane for motorcycles along EDSA......»»
Solution to MM’s traffic woes
Of 387 metro areas worldwide, why does Metro Manila have to hold the distinction of having the worst traffic congestion?.....»»
MAP wants Metro under ‘state of traffic calamity’
Business group Management Association of the Philippines (MAP) is calling on the government to declare a “state of traffic calamity” in Metro Manila, citing the economic losses from the congestion on roads......»»
DOTr: Government, PPP projects to solve Metro traffic
The Department of Transportation has committed to solve the traffic congestion in Metro Manila through public-private partnerships after the region was ranked as the worst metro in the world in a mobility index......»»
‘Ban on e-bikes could worsen congestion’
Regulating electric vehicles like bicycles and tricycles or e-bikes and e-trikes could worsen road congestion in Metro Manila, a group promoting mobility and active transport warned. .....»»
CLOSAP welcomes passage of ordinance for drug-free workplace
LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu- The City of Lapu-Lapu Office for Substance Abuse Prevention (CLOSAP) welcomed the recent passage of an ordinance that institutionalizes the implementation of a drug-free workplace here. The ordinance authored by Councilor Emilio Galaroza Jr., the Chairman of the Committee on Health, mandates the conduct of authorized drug testing in all offices of.....»»
Shared responsibility: DepEd told it can t help special needs children alone
House members frustrated over the stalled implementation of a landmark law for children with disabilities two years since its passage have urged the Department of Education to demand other agencies’ help in carrying out the law......»»
World Bank urges Philippines to address funding, infrastructure challenges
The Philippines need to address challenges in terms of funding, lack of digital infrastructure and technical competencies as local government units are looking to develop smart cities, the World Bank said......»»
Chavit dinoble reward sa traffic enforcer
-ITINAAS ni dating Ilocos Sur Governor Luis “Chavit” Singson sa P200,000 ang kanyang reward sa mga traffic enforcer ng Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) na humuli at naniket sa kanyang sasakyan dahil sa hindi awtorisadong paggamit ng EDSA Busway. The post Chavit dinoble reward sa traffic enforcer first appeared on Abante......»»