.PAB+rider+without+helmet+openly+mocks+LTA A video of a personal mobility device (PMD) rider openly mocking the Land Transport Authority (LTA) has gone viral on social media. In the video, the rider, who is not wearing a helmet, can be seen riding his PMD on a footpath. He then stops in front of an LTA officer and says, “LTA, you’re a joke.” The rider then proceeds to laugh and ride away. The video has sparked outrage among netizens, who have condemned the rider’s actions. Many have called for the rider to be prosecuted. The LTA has also condemned the rider’s actions, saying that they are “unacceptable.” The LTA said that it is investigating the incident and will take appropriate action. Latest Singapore News In other news, the government has announced that it will be raising the Goods and Services Tax (GST) from 7% to 9% in 2023. The move has been met with mixed reactions from the public. Some people have welcomed the move, saying that it will help to fund essential government services. Others have expressed concern about the impact of the GST increase on their household budgets. The government has said that it will provide financial assistance to low-income households to help them cope with the GST increase. Additional Information The rider in the video has since been identified and has been issued a fine by the LTA. The rider has also apologized for his actions.Call for Stricter E-Bike Regulations After Photo Circulates of Helmetless RiderCall for Stricter E-Bike Regulations After Photo Circulates of Helmetless Rider A photograph has emerged online showing an electric-assisted bicycle (PAB) user riding without a helmet at a traffic junction, sparking concerns among netizens and calls for stricter regulations. Posted by the Singapore Road Accident Facebook page on June 12, the image depicts a man in a white T-shirt riding a PAB at an intersection. The man is not wearing a helmet and has a bag tied to the back of the bike with the defiant message “LTA” written on it. The incident has raised worries about the safety of PAB users and prompted some netizens to voice their concerns in the comments section of the post. “This happens when enforcement and sanctions are weak,” commented Facebook user Jonathan King. Others resorted to humor to express their disapproval. “No helmet is fine, the problem is no brain,” Ng Zhiren joked. PAB riders in Singapore are required to register their vehicles with the Land Transport Authority (LTA), equip them with valid registration plates, and wear helmets that meet LTA standards. They must also adhere to all traffic regulations, including compliance with traffic signs and speed limits. PABs can use cycle lanes, pedestrian paths (where permitted), and roads with a maximum speed limit of 50 km/h, but cyclists must not carry passengers or cargo. Violating these regulations can result in fines of up to $1,000, vehicle seizure, or even cancellation of PAB registration for repeat offenses.A PAB rider was caught on camera mocking the Land Transport Authority (LTA) for its helmet rule. The video, which has since gone viral, shows the rider riding his bicycle without a helmet and making obscene gestures at an LTA officer. The rider’s actions have been met with widespread condemnation from the public. Many have called for the rider to be punished for his reckless behavior. The LTA has also issued a statement condemning the rider’s actions and reminding cyclists of the importance of wearing a helmet. The incident has sparked a debate about the effectiveness of the helmet rule. Some argue that the rule is necessary to protect cyclists from head injuries, while others believe that it is an infringement on personal freedom. The LTA has defended the helmet rule, saying that it has been proven to reduce the risk of head injuries by up to 85%. The authority also noted that the vast majority of cyclists in Singapore comply with the rule. The incident is a reminder of the importance of road safety. Cyclists should always wear a helmet when riding, and they should obey all traffic laws.