In Parliament
Written Reply by Minister for Transport Khaw Boon Wan to Parliamentary Question on Ban on Compensation for Passengers Injured in Joo Koon MRT-Train Collision
5 February 2018
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Mr Dennis Tan Lip Fong asked the Minister for Transport
a. how were the passengers who were onboard the trains involved in the Joo Koon MRT-train collision compensated for their injuries, medical expenses and other loss and damages suffered; and
b. which party is responsible for footing these expenses and damages.
Reply by Minister for Transport Khaw Boon Wan:
1. As the rail operator, SMRT has reimbursed and will continue to reimburse the injured passengers’ medical and other related expenses.