Written Reply to Parliamentary Question on Discouraging Commuters from Blaring Videos or Music Loudly from Mobile Devices While on Trains and Buses

Mr Dennis Tan Lip Fong asked the Minister for Transport 

a.     what are the current measures being taken by bus and rail operators to discourage or prevent commuters from blaring loud videos or music from their mobile devices while commuting; and 

b.     whether there are plans to curb the blaring of loud videos or music by commuters on onboard trains and buses by 

i.     reviewing the adequacy of current regimes or measures and 

Ii.    considering what other actions as well as public education campaigns that can be carried out.

Reply by Minister for Transport Chee Hong Tat:

1.     Passengers should not make loud noises on public transport. Those who refuse to comply despite reminders by our public transport staff could be referred to the Police.

2.     Besides enforcement, the Land Transport Authority, the Public Transport Council, and our public transport operators also collaborate with partners such as the Singapore Kindness Movement to promote gracious commuting behaviours through advisories displayed across the public transport network, social media as well as regular engagements with the community and schools. As part of the Graciousness on Public Transport Campaign, we remind passengers to keep their noise levels down so that others can enjoy a more pleasant ride.