Land Transport Authority facts for kids

The Land Transport Authority (LTA) is a special government agency in Singapore. It is part of the Ministry of Transport. The LTA helps to plan and build all the land transport systems in Singapore. This includes roads, trains (like the MRT), and buses.

What is the LTA?

The Land Transport Authority, or LTA, is a key part of the Government of Singapore. It is a "statutory board," which means it's a public organization created by law. Its main job is to develop and manage all forms of land transport. This helps people move around Singapore easily and safely.

How the LTA Started

The LTA was created on 1 September 1995. It was formed by bringing together four different agencies. These agencies used to handle different parts of transport.

• The Registry of Vehicles managed vehicle registrations.
• The Mass Rapid Transit Corporation built the train lines.
• The Roads & Transportation Division of the Public Works Department looked after roads.
• The Land Transport Division of the Ministry of Communications handled general transport planning.

By combining them, Singapore created one big agency. This made it easier to plan and improve all land transport together.

What the LTA Does

The LTA works to make Singapore's transport system better for everyone. They plan new roads and train lines. They also manage traffic and public transport services. Their goal is to make travel smooth and efficient.

The LTA also sets rules for vehicles and drivers. They ensure that roads are safe for cars, buses, and motorcycles. They also work on making public transport more convenient. This includes improving bus services and train networks.

Images for kids

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  The Land Transport Authority's headquarters at the former Kandang Kerbau Women's and Children's Hospital.

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  The LTA Gallery is located at the LTA office at Hampshire Road.