?Open letter to the Minister of Works and Transport, Colm Imbert: As the only minister who takes the time to respond to the public, can you tell me what the transport or other regulations say in relation to motorists moving aside to give vehicles equipped with sirens the right of way?
I recall that this referred to ambulances, fire and police vehicles. Does it also apply to coast guard vehicles clearly trying to avoid being stuck in traffic? You may ask how I know this. It is simple. After they pass the traffic gridlock the sirens come off and they proceed at a normal pace on to their intended destination.
What about heavily tinted black vehicles with no outward markings but with a siren attached? Do we have to move aside for them too? What about chauffeur-driven army vehicles? Usually their modus operandi is the same as the coast guard. I really would appreciate some clarification of the law/regulation on this matter.
Arlene Step
?Via e-mail