The passenger ferry that caught fire in the waters off Basilan and killed dozens of people has prompted Senate Majority Leader Joel Villanueva to seek an inquiry into how agencies enforce sea travel rules in the country. | BPinlacINQ
“The MV Lady Mary Joy 3 tragedy brings back memories of neglect and problems [with] corruption in the enforcement of safety of seagoing vessels and where passengers ships [or] vessels serve practically as floating coffins because of their lack of safety,” Villanueva said in a statement.
“Thus, we will file a [Senate] resolution to look into how the concerned agencies, especially the Marina and PCG, are strictly enforcing rules on seaworthiness, safety requirements, and manning compliance of the vessel,” he said.
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