DIPT Apologises Over West Coast Roadworks Inconveniences

The Department of Infrastructure, Ports and Transport (DIPT) has apologised over inconveniences to the motoring public, caused by ongoing works on the West Coast Road. In a statement on Wednesday, the Department acknowledged the need for improvements in site management, especially regarding installation of signage and additional safety equipment. The DIPT disclosed that over the past few weeks, there have been work delays and road conditions have deteriorated due to persistent rainfall. “Even during dry spells, materials to be used on the road surface must be allowed to dry so as not to further compromise the quality of construction,” it noted. Nevertheless, the DIPT said it has maintained dialogue with its key stakeholders and has instituted a number of measures to ensure heightened communication with these stakeholders along the affected areas. The measures include WhatsApp groups to be managed by the Contractor and  expected to provide the public with regular and timely updates on work in progress along the West Coast Road. “We remain committed to our mandate of supporting our local economy through the provision of safe and resilient road infrastructure and wish to assure the public that all concerns and interests will continue to receive paramount attention. To...