Traffic gridlock sparks emergency planning call

Public service vehicle (PSV) industry leaders are calling for urgent discussions on Bridgetown’s emergency traffic and evacuation arrangements, arguing that this week’s gridlock highlighted the need for greater stakeholder involvement and planning.

The call comes in the wake of extensive traffic diversions in the capital to facilitate rehearsals for the November 15 Remembrance Day Parade.

Chairman of the Association of Public Transport Operators (APTO) Anwar Nana and Director of Complaints and Legal Affairs for the Alliance Owners of Public Transport (AOPT) Craig Banfield say recent traffic disruptions underscore the importance of ensuring Bridgetown has a robust and well-co-ordinated emergency traffic management and evacuation framework.