Express bus companies were told to ensure a second driver is on board for long-distance trips. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudinas a first-time user . Exclusively for Malay Mail readers: Use codeKUCHING, Dec 21 — Express bus companies must ensure a second driver is on board for long-distance trips, especially during the festive season, said Deputy Transport Minister Datuk Hasbi Habibollah.
“Drivers must not take this matter lightly. We have ‘spies’ to make sure they don’t use mobile phones while driving or commit other offences. The campaign includes JPJ inspections at three major bus terminals in Sarawak — Kuching, Sibu, and Miri, to raise public awareness about road safety.