School Transport Review Focuses on Safety and Clearer Regulation

Child protection and more dependable journeys to school were central to a review of student transport services held at the Prime Minister’s Office on 9 February.

Officials examined draft regulations under the National Transport Commission and considered further proposals for organising school transport. The discussion also addressed emerging travel needs linked to changes in the education system.

Participants considered more effective use of Sisu Sariya services and ways to improve professional standards among operators. Preventing harassment and abuse during school journeys was identified as a priority.

The meeting called for coordination between transport and education authorities and the National Child Protection Authority. The proposals were under discussion at that stage, so the report should not be read as confirmation that every proposed regulation had already taken effect.

Source: news.lk