Efforts to Alleviate Traffic Congestion During Peak Hours Along Loyang Avenue and Adjacent Roads

Written Reply to Parliamentary Question

Ms Valerie Lee asked the Acting Minister for Transport

a.           what efforts have been undertaken to alleviate traffic congestion during peak hours along Loyang Avenue and its adjacent roads; and

b.           whether the Ministry can consider adding new bus services or increasing service frequency to reduce road congestion during the ongoing construction of the Loyang Viaduct.

Reply by Acting Minister for Transport Jeffrey Siow:

1.           We recognise the disruption that road closures can cause to drivers and commuters. The road closures along Loyang Avenue are necessary for the construction of Loyang Viaduct and the Cross Island Line (CRL) Loyang station. When completed in 2030, these two major infrastructure enhancements will improve travel time and convenience for Loyang residents.

2.           To mitigate the impact on traffic and provide alternative options for residents, the Land Transport Authority (LTA) had pre-emptively enhanced roads around Loyang Avenue, such as Pasir Ris Drive 3, Loyang Way, Loyang Drive, and Upper Changi Road North. The frequency and capacity of bus services have also been improved where possible, including the introduction of two peak period Loyang-Changi Shuttle services.

3.           Beyond the ongoing road diversions, additional road or lane closures will be needed during certain phases of work. Where possible, these will be carried out during off-peak periods to avoid further inconvenience to residents. Where safety critical works must be carried out continuously during the day, additional road signs and ground staff will be deployed to manage congestion. Traffic light timings may also be adjusted to improve the flow of traffic.

4.           LTA will continue to monitor the situation throughout the period of works and adjust the measures as necessary.