62 driver licenses have been cancelled and 21 driver licenses suspended by the Land Transport Authority of Fiji so far this year as they intensify their commitment to road safety, taking decisive action against reckless drivers involved in accidents.
LTA Chief Executive Officer Irimaia Rokosawa says 107 counselling sessions were also held across various LTA branches for individuals engaged in irresponsible driving behaviours, where a total of 1,366 first warnings, 297 second warnings, and 155 final warnings were issued.
Rokosawa says these sessions were part of the Authority’s ongoing efforts to educate drivers about their responsibilities and deter unsafe driving practices.
The CEO says that 39 client IDs had been put on hold due to severe violations, and one case had been referred for audit.
Rokosawa says these measures highlight LTA’s zero-tolerance approach to misconduct within our system.
He says the Authority is committed to ensuring that our roads are safe for everyone and they have taken firm actions now and will not hesitate to cancel more licences if drivers continue to disobey the law and put lives at risk.
He adds the Authority’s actions are not merely punitive but are rooted in a broader goal of saving lives and preventing accidents.
Rokosawa says this is not just about penalties because every licence they cancel or suspend is one less potential threat on the road.
He says they want every driver to understand the immense responsibility they have, not just to themselves, but to everyone who shares the road with them.
He further says the Authority is currently engaged in joint enforcement operations with the Fiji Police Force and municipal councils throughout the festive season, targeting high-risk accident-prone areas around the country.
