Merging COE Categories A and B among ideas raised in LTA’s transport plan consultations

Micromobility also featured in discussions, with participants viewing bicycles, power-assisted bicycles, e-scooters and similar options as playing an important role in complementing public transport, said LTA.

“However, they felt that greater adoption would depend on improvements to safety, comfort and infrastructure, as well as more responsible user behaviour,” the authority added.

There was support for a more connected network with wider, sheltered, and segregated paths, improved path maintenance, charging stations, enhanced parking, end-of-trip facilities and better integration with public transport. 

But while many participants noted the benefits of shared motorised micromobility services, they felt that infrastructure and safety measures first had to be strengthened. 

Inclusivity was another recurring theme, with participants calling for improved public transport accessibility for families with young children, people living with dementia and those with disabilities.

The difficulties experienced by visually-impaired commuters on public transport and the lack of awareness of family-friendly features, such as nursing rooms at some MRT stations, provided insights into challenges faced by such groups, LTA said.

Since November last year, LTA has engaged more than 7,000 people through online responses, focus group discussions, youth engagements and community outreach events as part of the Land Transport Master Plan refresh.

The feedback gathered will help shape the refreshed blueprint, which LTA expects to release in 2027.