LTO wants neuro-psychiatric test for driver's license applicants

MANILA, Philippines – The Land Transportation Office (LTO) plans to require driver's license applicants to go through a neuro-psychiatric test, along with the mandatory drug and health examination, to ensure road safety. "I consider motor vehicles as a lethal weapon no different from a firearm, and if not if handled properly it could hurt and even kill somebody," LTO chief Alberto Suansing said at a press conference on Friday. "That is why driver's license holders should also need to undergo neuro test." According to Suansing, the proposal is now on the consultation and planning stage, and the LTO is determining if the move would require Congress to pass a law or it it could just be implemented through an administrative order. Suansing said that the inclusion of neuro test will increase the driver's license fee, but it would be a small price to pay to ensure the safety of the motorists and the pedestrians. - GMANews.TV