The Ministry of Public Works in a release said it has noticed an increasingly alarming trend of excessive speeding and reckless driving on the nation’s roadways. A practice that must never be condoned in a civilised society.
Speed racing belongs on the circuit.
In the last few weeks, persons younger and older, males and females, have lost their lives on the roads due to accidents reportedly caused by speeding, coupled with alcohol consumption in some instances.
The Guyana Police Force (GPF) has revealed that from January 1 to August 28, 2023, a total of 109 persons lost their lives in 91 accidents. For the same period in 2022, there were 62 fatal accidents, which resulted in 68 deaths.
There is a level of irresponsibility that is practiced by many drivers today, and one has to wonder if this is the cost of development.
The Ministry of Public Works states while the country’s road infrastructural programme is extensive the country’s greatest assets are its citizens. Therefore, all have a responsibility to ensure the roadways are safe through correct and lawful use. We must practice safety first.
An appeal has being made to avoid the temptation of speed chasing and drag racing on the roads and to obey the law
The Ministry warns that whilst the laws will be enforced, the responsibility of practicing what is lawful lies with all. It has also been pointed out attention has been taken of the increasing destruction of public property and warned that stricter fines and penalties will be introduced to curb this.
“In the case of reckless driving, these drivers will be held responsible and made to pay the cost of replacement and or repairs. “
