Senator JV Ejercito on Wednesday expressed his support for reinstating the No Contact Apprehension Program (NCAP), citing its potential to improve road discipline without compromising motorists’ rights.
“The most common violations recorded were disobedience to traffic signs and illegal use of the busway,” Ejercito said. He emphasized that these reflect a broader need for more disciplined road behavior in urban areas like Metro Manila.
He called on the Department of Transportation, the MMDA, and DPWH to ensure the program’s implementation is fair and respectful of public rights. “It should guide motorists, not penalize them unfairly,” he noted.
Ejercito also proposed improving road infrastructure and standardizing traffic signs. He urged alignment between local and national rules on fines, along with stronger public education efforts for road users.
The senator suggested trial runs for motorcycle/shared lanes and a review of motorcycle bans on overpasses. Citing a JICA study, he warned that traffic congestion could cost the economy ₱5.4 billion daily by 2035 if no solutions like NCAP are implemented.
