MANILA, Philippines: In a bid to promote the welfare and well-being of the general public, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. issued an administrative order prohibiting government officials and personnel from using sirens, blinkers and other similar signaling or flashing devices.
In Administrative Order 18 he signed on March 25, Marcos said that the unauthorized and indiscriminate use of sirens, blinkers and other similar signaling or flashing devices has been rampant, causing traffic disruptions and unsafe road and traffic environments.
Members of the National Capital Region Highway Patrol Group check documents of vehicles without plate numbers along Kalaw Street in Manila on Thursday, Feb. 2, 2023. Motorists with unauthorized emergency blinkers were issued tickets and were asked to remove and surrender them. This administration is committed to promote the welfare and the well-being of the general public by ensuring a safe and more organized road and traffic environment,' he added.The President said that unauthorized and improper use of signaling or flashing devices by government officials and employees shall be dealt with in accordance with applicable laws, rules and regulations.
Prohibits Govt Officials Personnel From Using Sirens Blinkers
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