Penalty points for driving licences are being reset to zero as from 1st January 2015, the Ministerof Public Infrastructure and Land Transport, Mr N. Bodha, announced at the end of last year.
As from the same date, the penalty point system is being suspended and the fifty speed cameras disabled, the Minister also said. This policy would be in force for a period of two months, the time to reach a consensus at the level of the ministry experts, police force and road users for a review of the whole system.
The authorities are also considering lowering the fine for speeding, from Rs2000 to Rs500, for the first offence. For a second offence, a higher fine will be imposed. In case of recidivism for the third time, the penalty will be locatedat the points.
Another measure relates to speed limits on the highway. Only two speed limits will be imposed,as appropriate:80 km/hand 110km/h. The speed cameras will also be calibrated to allow for a certain tolerance.
As for motor cycle riders, it will no longer be possible to continue riding with a single learner for years. Riders will be required, after a time frame, to be in possession of a full licence. In that context, the setting up of motorcycle schools will be encouraged.
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