Taxi, private-hire drivers and passengers encouraged to wear masks although no longer mandatory: LTA

"While no longer mandatory, drivers and passengers are encouraged to continue to wear their masks to protect themselves and others, especially if drivers are ferrying passengers who are unwell," LTA said in response to CNA's queries on Wednesday.

“We remain fully committed to the health, safety and welfare of all our users and continue to remind them to remain vigilant and observe good hygiene practices, helping to ensure a safe ride environment for all.” The ride-hailing firm also encouraged driver-partners to increase the ventilation of vehicles by avoiding the use of recirculation mode of the air-conditioning system, and to regularly clean and disinfect their vehicles.

LTA's Facebook post reiterated the announcement by the Health Ministry that masks will be optional from Aug 29, except on public buses and trains, as well as indoor public transport settings such as boarding areas within bus interchanges and after passing through fare gates at underground MRT stations.

Explaining the requirement for masks in these places, co-chair of the COVID-19 task force Lawrence Wong said these are"areas where essential services are being carried out in enclosed and crowded spaces, and which are frequently used by vulnerable persons".

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