Call to fine passengers without life jackets - Social Issues

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July, 21 2012 10:00:38

Call to fine passengers without life jackets

HA NOI — Fines should be applied on boat passengers who refuse to put on life jackets or life-saving equipment, said deputy head of the Waterway Traffic Police Division of the Ha Noi Transport Department Nguyen Van Cuong.

Cuong made the suggestion at a meeting to implement the Transport Ministry's circular 15, which stipulates regulations on use of life jackets and other life-saving equipment on river boats.

The meeting, held in Ha Noi on Wednesday, also heard that the regulation should be expanded to tourist boats.-VNS

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