Heavier punishments for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs

Ramieza WahidPublished: Jan 29, 2020 2:08 PM | Updated: Jan 29, 2020 2:09 PM

The government has agreed in principle to tighten existing laws on driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs, Transport Minister Anthony Loke said.

Loke said a review and discussion would be held before bringing the proposed amendments to the Parliament.

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