MANILA, Philippines — A bill that would create a National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has been recommended for plenary approval. The Senate Public Services Committee, headed by Senator Grace Poe, endorsed for plenary approval Senate Bill No. In filing the report, Poe underscored the need for a sole agency that will focus on accident investigations. Under the bill, the NTSB would investigate all transportation-related accidents, determine compliance with safety standards, and conduct studies on transportation safety and improvement. The findings of the board, Poe noted, would be used to appraise and assess existing practices and regulations of the government related to safety measures.

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer September 30, 2019 00:11 UTC