LA DIGUE ISLAND LAND TRANSPORT POLICY · 2019. 5. 20. · 2 The La Digue Land Transport Policy...

Republic of Seychelles

LA DIGUE

LAND TRANSPORT POLICY

AUGUST 2018

MINISTRY OF HABITAT, INFRASTRUCTURE & LAND TRANSPORT

DEPARTMENT OF LAND TRANSPORT

1 The La Digue Land Transport Policy

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Table of Contents 1

Foreword 2

Vision & Mission 3

1 Introduction 4

1.1 Transportation Background on La Digue 4

1.2 Existing Land Transport Policy 5

1.3 General objective of the new policy 6

1.4 Specific Objectives of the La Digue Land Transport Policy 6

2 Policy Statements for La Digue Land Transport 7

2.1 Road Infrastructure 7

2.2 Motorized Vehicles 8

2.3 Bicycles 9

2.4 Ox-carts 12

2.5 Heavy Vehicle/ Machinery 13

2.6 Transport Services 15

2.6.1 Omnibus Services 15

2.6.2. Camion Services 16

2.6.3 Pickup Truck Services 17

2.6.4 Taxi Services 19

2.6.5 Electric Buggy Services 20

2.7 Special Permit Procedures 22

2.7.1 Issuance of a New Permit 22

2.7.2 Renewal of a Permit 24

2.7.3 Temporary Permit 25

2.7.4 The Revocation of a Permit 26

2.7.5 Replacement of Vehicles 28

2.7.6 Parking Facilities 29

3 Policy Implementation 29

3.1 Legal Framework 29

3.2 La Digue Land Transport Committee 29

3.3 Deputy Road Transport Commissioner 30

3.4 Policy Review 30

4 References 31

Annex 1: List of all categories of vehicles on La Digue 32

Annex 2: Special purpose vehicles number and composition 34

Annex 3: Bicycle Hirers by Location 35

Annex 4: Electric Buggy specifications 35

Annex 5: Code of Ethics for Transport Operators on La Digue 36

Annex 6: Consultations on La Digue 2007-2018 38


FOREWORD

La Digue, the third most developed island of the Seychelles archipelago is portrayed as an

environmentally pristine island and its habitants take pride in its identity. Throughout the

years, regulations guiding transportation on La Digue have constantly supported the view

that the island should maintain a limited amount of motorized vehicle, a concept that is

widely supported by the Government of Seychelles. This has been further reinforced through

the encouragement of transport owners to shift to more environmentally friendly modes of

transportation on the island.

This document, The La Digue Land Transport Policy sets guidelines for land transportation

in support of the country’s vision to make ‘La Digue the Ecotourism Island Destination of

Seychelles’. There are set procedures for the operation of different modes of transportation

and the building of related infrastructures. The Department of Land Transport, under the

Ministry of Habitat, Infrastructure and Land Transport is responsible for the development

and monitoring of land transport policies while the Road Transport Commissioner is

responsible for the regulation of land transport and enforcement of this policy and

regulations.

A big thank you goes to our partner Ministries which have assisted in the process. These are

Ministry of Finance, Trade, Investment and Economic Planning, Ministry of Environment,

Energy and Climate Change, Seychelles Licensing Authority, Seychelles Ports Authority,

Seychelles Land Transport Agency, Ministry of Tourism, Civil Aviation, Ports and Marine,

the Seychelles Tourism Board and the Seychelles Energy Commission.

Further the Ministry responsible for Land Transport is appreciative to all our other partners

and inhabitants of La Digue who have made tremendous contributions in the making of this

policy document.

Minister Pamela Charlette

Minister for Habitat, Infrastructure and Land Transport


VISION

La Digue the Eco Tourism Island Destination of Seychelles

‘Ladig Zil Ecotourizm Sesel’

MISSION

Ensure through sector policies that La Digue remain the eco-

tourism island destination of Seychelles, sought after by visitors

and locals alike for its pristine beauty, tranquillity, culture and

friendliness.

‘Asire, atraver polisi bann diferan sekter, ki Ladig I reste sa zil

ecotourism Sesel, ki viziter e Seselwa I kontinyen apresye son labote

natirel, son trankilite, son kiltir e lospitalite son zabitan’.


1 Introduction

1.1 Transportation Background on La Digue

There are several existing mode of transportation on the Island of La Digue, such as the

traditional modes of ox-cart and bicycles which are greatly encouraged and the more modern

motorized vehicles such as cars, pick-up trucks and buses which are restricted. With

progression in technology, the scope for motorized vehicles have expanded to include not

only vehicles powered by fuel based products but also vehicles powered by alternative source

of energy for example electric and hybrid. Therefore in this document motorized vehicles are

further sub divided into conventional motorized vehicles; (i.e. those powered by fuel-based

products) and environmentally friendly motorized vehicles; (i.e. those alternatively powered

by electric or those powered by both electric and fuel based-products known as hybrid). All

vehicles on the island are licensed for commercial use; private vehicles are not allowed on La

Digue except for bicycles.

Photo: Vehicles on La Digue Jetty


The Government of Seychelles envision that La Digue becomes an exemplary eco-tourism

island of Seychelles. La Digue is to set the virtuous example for the rest of the country by

having leading environmentally friendly practices and the La Digue Land Transport Policy

reiterate this concept.

1.2 Existing Land Transport Policy

In general existing land transport policy governing La Digue is geared towards sustaining the

pristine environment of the island. The Government has set the standard at limiting the

number of vehicles on the island and preserving the island’s ecosystem.

Efforts have continuously been made to

promote the use of ox-carts which is fast

disappearing with only two or three in

existence, promote bicycle use and

effectively manage the quota for motorized

vehicles.

One of the main features of such policies is

that no one is allowed to have a vehicle on a

public road on La Digue without the express

permission of the Minister responsible for

transport. With modern situation and

present technology there are areas which

have gradually been amended all of which is

reflected in this document.


1.3 General Objective of the New Policy

The general objective of this policy is to maintain the number and type of transportation on

La Digue while upholding a good level of land transportation services for locals and visitors

alike. It is essential that all road users feel safe and secure when commuting. To achieve this

objective the policy aims for a comprehensive approach towards implementation by all

sectors and further aims to ensure good road safety practices, transparent transport services

procedures and sustainable infrastructure and facilities.

This policy was approved by the Cabinet of Ministers on 1st August 2018 and comes

into force with immediate effect.

1.4 Specific Objectives of the La Digue Land Transport Policy

1. Maintain and monitor the quota on conventional motorised vehicles on La Digue.

2. Support the strategic replacement of all conventional motorized vehicles on La Digue

with environmentally friendly motorized vehicles.

3. Support the development of sustainable energy generators for the island to ensure

that the move to non-conventional motorized vehicles is indeed sustainable.

4. Establish procedures for each category of transport service on La Digue including

public bus, ox-cart, taxis, camions and electric buggy.

5. Provide set procedures for the use of heavy vehicles or machinery on La Digue.

6. Establish good road safety practices.

7. Make it a criteria for a person applying for a vehicle special permit for La Digue to

be able to make a significant socio-economic impact on the Island.


2 Policy Statements for La Digue Land Transport

2.1 Road Infrastructure

Policy Statement 1

Standardise the design of road construction methods with proper drainage and lay-bys that is

environmentally friendly for La Digue.

Policy Statement 2

The Speed limit for La Digue is 25 km per hour for all mode of transport.

Strategies to Implement Policy:

a) Harmonize the use of roads by vehicles, ox-cart, bicycle and pedestrians.

b) Install road safety barriers or protection wherever needed to stop vehicles from going

off the roads and also to protect pedestrians and properties.

c) Provide street lights to improve visibility and security at night using the most efficient

energy saving technologies.

d) Design and construct roads in such a manner that it is in harmony with the visual

aspects and aesthetic appeal of La Digue environment.

e) Introduce adequate traffic signs on the roads in a manner that it does not portray

dominance of road traffic on the island taking into consideration international

standards to which Seychelles is party to e.g. the Vienna Convention.

f) Review existing signage in regards to information and directional signs around the

island.


Photos: Brick Roads

2.2 Motorized Vehicles

Policy Statement 1:

The quota on the number of conventional vehicles on La Digue to 60.

The Road Transport Commission shall maintain this quota, however, any changes in the

increase or decrease in quota shall be done in consultation with La Digue Committee.

Policy Statement 2:

Vehicle owners on La Digue shall acquire a Special Vehicle Permit prior to owning and

operating a vehicle on the island. Failure to do so is in violation of the Road Transport Act

section 24 (i) which may result in the confiscation of the vehicle and legal actions taken.


Strategies to Implement Policies:

a) Enforcement of the existing Road Transport Regulations by the Road Transport

Commission and the Seychelles Police.

b) Ensure all La Digue transport owners and drivers follow a road safety training course.

c) Enforce and monitor existing vehicle permit holders in line with their vehicle permit

conditions and take appropriate actions if the Committee sees that:

1) The permit holder is not discharging its responsibilities as per the initial

conditions agreed;

2) The activities undertaken by the permit holder is not bringing any socio-economic

benefit for the residents and tourists on La Digue after constant monitoring and

assessments, and ;

3) After committing offences in line with the Road Transport Regulations and the

Demerit Point System the vehicle permit may be revoked and the vehicle removed

from the island through the enforcement of relevant authorities.

d) Ensure that vehicle permit holders are audited by the La Digue Transport Inspector on

a monthly basis.

e) Ensure that all vehicles are tested once a year by the Vehicle Testing Station (VTS).

2.3 Bicycles

Policy Statement 1:

Inhabitant of La Digue are permitted to own and operate electric bicycles on the Island.

Policy Statement 2:

Bicycle hirers are permitted to operate two (2) electric bicycles per hiring fleet.


Policy Statement 3:

Person below the age of 16 years shall NOT be allowed to ride electric bicycle on La Digue

subject to amendment of the Road Transport Act.

Policy Statement 4:

Electric bicycle imported on La Digue shall not exceed 300 watts, to be controlled through

Import Permit. Diguois purchasing electric bicycles locally shall ensure their electric bicycles

does not exceed the 300 watts capacity. Electric bicycles exceeding 300 watts shall be

removed on the island.

Policy Statement 5:

Helmets are compulsory with the hiring of bicycles effective 2019.

Policy Statement 6:

Bicycle hirers on La Digue shall start operating with a fleet of not less than 10 bicycles and

shall not exceed more than 70 bicycles.

Photo: A type electric bicycle on La Digue



a) Ensure that privately owned bicycles are properly licensed and insured.

b) Develop guidelines which encourage quality of service by all bicycle hirers.

c) Ensure all hirers and private bicycle owners test their bicycles at least once a year.

d) Ensure all bicycles are in good working conditions, have the appropriate lights,

reflectors and any other specifications required to be on public roads.

Photo: Bicycles Display for Rent

e) Ensure all bicycle hirers operate within the specifications of their license.

f) Ensure all bicycles in the rental fleet are fitted with a BH disc to distinguish them

from privately owned bicycles. Ensure the BH disc are colour coded- every year a

different colour shall be used to distinguish those that have paid their licence and

those that have not.


g) Ensure all bicycle hirers provide a contract to the clients.

h) Reinforce the code of conduct for all bicycle hirers to be well groomed, to have an

identification badge and to conduct themselves professionally at all times.

2.4 Ox-carts

Policy Statement 1:

The Government shall promote the revival of ox-cart on La Digue as a tourism attraction by

creating an incentive scheme for ox-cart operators.

Policy Statement 2:

Ox-cart operators are exempt from paying a license, but shall be registered by the Seychelles

Licensing Authority as per the ox-cart Regulation.

Photo: Ox-cart on La Digue



a) Encourage ox-cart operation to venture into wedding business and concentrate

operation at L’Union Estate due to its non-hard surface terrain which is ideal for

the health of the oxen.

b) Make it obligatory for an ox-cart driver to be at a minimum age of 18 years to

drive an ox-cart.

c) Ensure all working oxen are examined for free, twice a year by a veterinary

physician to safeguard their state of health as part of the incentive scheme for ox-

cart. The Committee will monitor and ensure that no animals are facing cruelty or

being mistreated.

d) Ensure that the owners and drivers of ox-cart makes it their responsibility to

collect their animal waste on the public road.

e) Ensure ox-cart structures minimize undue burden and pain on the oxen.

f) Ensure ox-cart structures are in good and safe condition always.

g) Provide designated parking spaces for ox-cart operators.

h) Reinforce code of conduct for all ox-cart operators to be well groomed, and to

conduct themselves professionally at all times.

2.5 Heavy Vehicle/Machinery

Policy Statement 1:

The Road Transport Commission shall monitor the number and composition of heavy vehicles

/machineries on La Digue.


Policy Statement 2:

Permission shall be sought from the Road Transport Commission prior to changing the

number or composition of the heavy vehicle/machinery on the Island.

Policy Statement 3:

It is obligatory under the Special Permit Regulation and licence conditions for all owners of

heavy vehicle/machinery on La Digue to form part of an Association for better control of the

service and shall provide a service to anyone who makes a request to use heavy vehicle

/machinery on the island.

Photo: Heavy machinery


a) Encourage the use of heavy vehicles/machineries that already exist on the island by

developers.


b) Ensure heavy vehicle/machinery usage on public roads of La Digue are restricted and

supervised by La Digue Land Transport Officer, the police or any authorised

enforcement agency.

c) Encourage heavy vehicle/machinery owners to make their rates reasonable to

encourage contractors from Mahé and Praslin to use existing vehicles on the island

instead of having to bring their own.

2.6 Transport Services

2.6.1 Omnibus Services

Policy Statement

Operators of Omnibus on La Digue shall provide public bus transport services to the

inhabitants of La Digue on a continuous basis from Monday to Sunday.

Photo: Omnibus service on La Digue



a) Ensure that the omnibuses follow a published schedule time table as decided by the

Road Transport Commission.

b) The buses may carry out contract services outside their schedule of operation as long

as it does not affect the public service schedule.

c) Establish a set fee for omnibus public transport services, which is regulated by the

Road Transport Commissioner in consultation with the Committee.

d) Ensure that omnibus drivers shall have a class 6 driving license and be of minimum

age of 24 years as per the Road Transport Act.

e) Establish code of conduct for all omnibus drivers to be well groomed and conduct

themselves professionally at all times.

2.6.2 Camion Services

Policy Statement

Camion operators shall provide a service to the general population of La Digue and provide a

service to transfer visitors at a fee that is agreeable by all parties.


a) Ensure that camion operators continue to provide contract services including transfer

of groups of tourists and hotel transfers.

b) Ensure that camion drivers shall have a class 6 driving license and be of minimum

age of 24 years as per the Road Transport Act. Photo: Camion Service


c) Establish code of conduct for camion drivers to be well groomed and conduct

themselves professionally at all times.

Photo: Camion truck

2.6.3 Pickup Truck Services

Policy Statement 1:

Pickup truck operators shall provide commercial services to the inhabitants and developers

on La Digue at a reasonable published fee.

Policy Statement 2:

Pickup truck on La Digue shall be of an unladen weight of not more than 3 tons.



a) Make it mandatory for all pick hirers to form part of the La Digue Pickup Association

for better control of their services.

b) Establish code of conduct for pickup truck drivers to ensure they conduct themselves

professionally at all times.

c) Ensure pickup truck drivers have the right category of license to operate the

appropriate capacity pickup truck.

Photo: Pickup truck


2.6.3 Taxi Services

Policy Statement 1:

The quota for taxi operators on La Digue is 8 taxis.

Policy Statement 2:

Taxi operators on La Digue shall respect the Taxi Regulation as per the Road Transport Act,

Licence conditions and Taxi Policy in place.

Policy Statement 3

Taxi seats on La Digue only shall increase from 9 to 11 seats, subject to amendment of the

Taxi Regulation.

Photo: La Digue Taxi



a) Ensure taxi operators provide taxi services to both tourists and locals.

b) Ensure that all taxi drivers have a receipt book available, as per the Taxi Regulation

requirements.

c) Ensure that all taxi drivers remain well groomed and conduct themselves

professionally at all times as per the taxi code of conduct.

d) Ensure that all taxi drivers respect their code of conduct at all times.

e) Ensure that all taxi operators have a second driver to ensure continuity of service.

f) Ensure that all taxi operators do not have permanent logo on their taxi other than the

taxi sign. (Logos can be placed temporarily on the taxi when there are special groups

and removed after BUT the taxi roof signs must stay in place.

2.6.5 Electric Buggy Services

Policy Statement 1:

The moratorium on electric buggy on La Digue is maintained. No new applications shall be

considered, until a transport assessment is undertaken.

Policy Statement 2:

Only one special permit per person or tourism establishment is allowed. A person with an

existing special permit for owning a vehicle shall not be granted a permit to own an electric

buggy if he/she is the owner or co-owner or shareholder in a tourism establishment.

Policy Statement 3:

Electric buggy licence conditions on La Digue is maintained and shall also allow operators to

provide a service to other tourism establishments which does not have any transportation.


Policy Statement 4:

Buggy drivers shall be the owner or a staff of the hotel establishment irrespective of the

nationality. Unauthorised drivers outside La Digue shall not be permitted to drive the buggy

on the island.


a) Ensure all buggy shall be electric, new and right hand drive when imported.

b) Ensure electric buggy are certified road worthy by the Vehicle Testing Station (VTS)

and equipped with features including but not limited to lights, seat belts, reverse

lights, reverse plate lights, side mirrors, front mirrors etc. (Annex 4: Electric buggy

specification).

c) Ensure electric buggy are registered and licensed by the Seychelles Licensing

Authority for use on public roads.

Photo: Electric buggy on La Digue


d) Ensure all electric buggy shall have an insurance to at least a ‘third party cover’

e) Ensure buggy drivers shall hold a Category 2 Driving Licence.

f) Ensure all buggy drivers are well groomed and conduct themselves professionally at

all times as per their licence conditions.

g) All electric buggy shall have capacity to carry baggage.

h) All electric buggy shall be made of aluminium or stainless steel quality to ensure

compatibility with La Digue climate.

2.7 Special Permit Procedures

2.7.1 Issuance of a New Permit

Policy Statement 1:

Any Diguois who wishes to be considered for a special permit to own and operate a vehicle

on La Digue shall submit a request to the Road Transport Commission for consideration.

Policy Statement 2:

Special permit shall be considered only for an economic activity which plays an active role in

the development of La Digue, benefits Diguois and is not for individual private purposes.

Policy Statement 3:

Vehicles introduced on La Digue shall not be older than three (3) years old and shall be in

good condition, although new vehicles are preferred.

Policy Statement 4:

It is mandatory for new motor vehicles introduced on La Digue to be hybrid or electric

vehicles.


Policy Statement 5:

It is an offence to bring an unauthorized vehicle on La Digue without prior approval from the

Road Transport Commission.


a) Establish a La Digue Land Transport Committee to manage and consider

transport matters under the guidance of the Deputy Road Transport Commissioner

for La Digue.

b) Establish an Appeal Committee comprised of three (3) members, which will be

chaired by a person appointed by the Minister responsible for Land Transport.

The Department of Land Transport shall sit on the committee and the committee

shall convene as and when there are appeal cases.

c) Ensure that the permit holder shall be the owner of the vehicle and is a Diguois or

the person is a permanent resident1 on La Digue and has economic business

activities.

d) Ensure all current vehicle owners on the island provide a service to the

community and continue to play an active role for the socio-economic

development of La Digue and that they are registered for commercial use.

e) Consider the exemption of a further 50% on applicable tax for special permit

holders who buys hybrid or electric vehicles.

f) Ensure the unladen weight of a vehicle destined for the island shall not be more

than 3 tons except for special purpose vehicle or plant.

g) Ensure owners of an accommodation establishment follow the same procedure for

a permit to own and operate an electric buggy. However the condition of the

1 Permanent Resident here is defined as a person who has lived on La Digue Island for more than 5 years and is registered on the La Digue Voters list.


electric buggy shall be according to the specification set in the electric buggy

section.

2.7.2 Renewal of a Permit

Policy Statement 1:

Existing permit holder shall submit request for renewal to the Deputy Road Transport

Commissioner for La Digue at least two months prior to the expiry date of the permit.

Policy Statement 2:

An existing special vehicle is transferable upon the sale, transfer of business to another

party or inheritance of a business.


Strategies to implement policies:

a) Ensure permit renewal is endorsed by the Committee and recommendations submitted

to the Road Transport Commissioner for approval. Once application is processed and

final decision is made, the Road Transport Commission shall inform applicant

accordingly.

b) Ensure special permit licence shall be renewed every year.

c) Ensure electric buggy owners shall follow the same procedure for the renewal of their

permit.

d) An existing permit will not be renewed if the holder has stopped the economic

activities that he/she was undertaking.

2.7.3 Temporary Permit

Policy Statement 1:

Temporary permits for special purpose vehicle/plants are permitted for a maximum period of

12 months.

Policy Statement 2:

Temporary permits shall be allowed only in extreme cases where the heavy

vehicle/machinery required to undertake the job are not readily available on La Digue or are

not available at the time of request.


a) Contractors undertaking big projects or governmental organizations e.g. PUC,

MHILT, Ministry of Environment are eligible to request such permits. However,

contractors are advised to make use of existing pickups on La Digue.


b) Issuing of requests shall be assessed with all due merit by the Deputy Road Transport

Commissioner for La Digue and the Committee and recommendations sent to the

Road Transport Commissioner.

2.7.4 The Revocation of a Permit

Policy Statement

Vehicle Special Permit shall be revoked upon violation of the conditions of the permit,

violation of the Road Transport Regulations, Road Act or Vehicle Permit Regulations for La

Digue.


In order for a revocation to be considered, the following procedures shall apply:

a) The Deputy Road Transport Commission for La Digue must receive a complaint.

b) The Deputy Road Transport Commissioner for La Digue must have recorded a

violation of the conditions of permit, the Road Transport Regulations and Road Act.

An investigation is then carried out and submitted to the Committee for consideration and the

decision is communicated to the Road Transport Commission.

In the event that the aggrieved person is not happy then he/she can refer his case to the appeal

committee, whereby a final decision can be provided after proper assessment is made. Its

decision will be sent to the Minister for his consideration.

The main criteria which should be considered for revocation of a Permit are as follows:-

a. Whether the conditions set as a permit holder is being abided to or not;

b. Whether there have been any relevant substantiated complaints with regards to the

operation and service being provided by the permit holder contrary to their

conditions of the Special Permit;

c. Whether service providers are providing a service to the resident and tourists.

d. Whether they are providing an economic benefit for the Island;

e. Whether the service provider has or is continuously violating any Road Transport

Regulations;

f. Whether investigation report made by the Competent Officer proves that the

permit holder has violated the conditions set for the Special Permit;

g. Whether a court has convicted the special permit holder or his employer in

relation to the vehicle permit or the road transport violations committed.

Where necessary warnings shall be issued. After warnings has been issued, the permit will be

revoked depending on the offence.


2.7.5 Replacement of Vehicles

Policy Statement 1:

Permit holders shall submit an application in writing to the Deputy Road Transport

Commissioner for La Digue accompanied with all details and specification of the vehicle

they intend to use.

Policy Statement 2:

It is mandatory for all vehicle owners to make the transition from conventional vehicle to

hybrid or electric vehicles when replacing their old vehicles with new ones, with the

exception for heavy vehicle/machinery by 2020.

Policy Statement 3:

Vehicles introduced on La Digue shall be new or not older than three (3) years old.


a) Ensure Second hand vehicles are certified to be in good condition by the Vehicle

Testing Station (VTS) prior to being shipped to La Digue.

b) Ensure vehicles on La Digue are not older than 7 years old except for heavy

machinery/plants in line with the importation policy. Vehicles older than 7 years are to

be replaced by hybrid or electric vehicles.

c) Ensure vehicle do not have an unladen weight exceeding 3 tons except for heavy

vehicle/machinery. The Road Transport Commission shall communicate approval or

non-approval of the request after due consideration by the Deputy Road Transport

Commissioner for La Digue and the Committee.


2.7.6 Parking Facilities

Policy Statement

All vehicles on La Digue shall be parked at designated parking areas.

The policy for parking facilities on La Digue is to:

a) Ensure passenger pickup/ drop offs and vehicle access onto the Jetty are monitored

and controlled by the Seychelles Ports Authority and Police or any other authorised

legal enforcement body.

b) Ensure that all pickup of passengers are done at the designated areas which are

controlled the authorised legal enforcement officers.

3. Policy Implementation

3.1 Legal Framework

Land Transportation on La Digue is governed by the Road Act, the Road Transport Act and

any subsidiary Regulations. This is monitored by the Road Transport Commission and

enforced by the Police and Traffic Patrol Unit.

The La Digue Land Transport Policy gives directives for other transport procedures which

are not specified in the Road Transport Regulations. The Department of Land Transport and

the Road Transport Commission monitors the implementation of the policy, and where

necessary draft regulations to support its implementation.

3.2 La Digue Land Transport Committee

The La Digue Land Transport Committee under the guidance of a proposed Deputy Road

Transport Commissioner (La Digue) is to manage and consider transport matters on La

Digue including bicycle (conventional and electric) in close consultation with three (3) other

partners to be nominated.


3.3 Deputy Road Transport Commissioner (La Digue)

The post of a Deputy Road Transport Commissioner for La Digue is to be created to increase

the mandate and provide more power to the person responsible for monitoring and

enforcement of transport matters on the island. The mandate is but not limited to regulate

and monitor the transport system, conduct customer surveys and investigate customer

complaints to give feedbacks to the Road Transport Commission and the Department of Land

Transport. The role is also to assist the Seychelles Police and Seychelles Licensing

Authority with enforcement of Road Transport regulation on La Digue.

3.4 Policy Review

The Department of Land Transport shall review the policy for land transportation on La

Digue every five (5) years. Nonetheless, urgent policy matters in regards to subsidiary

amendments shall be tabled at the Cabinet of Ministers prior to be reviewed after

consultation with all stakeholders.


4. REFERENCE

La Digue Development Board (September 1999) Policy Paper for La Digue Island, 1st Draft

Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Transport (April 2015) La Digue Transport Survey: the

views of Residents and Visitors

Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Transport (October 2015) Understanding the concerns of

Transport Operators on La Digue: Discussion to support the La Digue Land Transport Policy

Ministry of Home Affairs and Transport (July 2013) Cabinet Memorandum: La Digue

Transport Policy

Ministry of Tourism (2005) La Digue Carrying Capacity

Minutes of Meeting (July 2018) La Digue Land Transport Policy


ANNEX 1: LIST OF ALL CATEGORIES OF VEHICLES ON LA DIGUE

Vehicle Capacity

CAMIONS

1. Camion Mitsubishi 3 tons

2. Camion 3 tons

3. Camion Toyota 3 tons

4. Camion Toyota 3 tons

AMBULANCE

1. Ambulance Ambulance

JEEPS

1. Jeep 5 seater car

2. Jeep Prada 5 seater car

3. Jeep 5 seater car

MINIBUS

1. Mini Bus 12 seater bus

2. Mini Bus 12 seater bus

3. Mini Bus Public Transport 12 seater bus

TAXIS

1. Taxi Minibus 9 seater bus

2. Taxi Mini Bus (Kia Carnival) 9 seater bus

3. Taxi Car 5 seater car

4. Taxi Twin Cab 3 seater car

5. Taxi Twin Cab

5 seater car

EMERGENCY VEHICLE

1. Fire Tender

PICKUPS

1. Pickup Tipper 3 tons

2. Long wheel base Pickup 3 tons

3. Pickup Ford Ranger 1.5 tons

4. Pickup 3 tons

5. Pickup Ford Ranger 1 to 1.5 ton

6. Pickup Daihatsu 3 tons

7. Pickup Toyota Dyna 3 tons

8. Twin Cab Pickup Isuzu 1.5 tons

9. Pickup 1.5 tons


10. Pickup 3 tons

11. Pickup Hiace 3 tons

12. Pickup 3 tons

13. Pickup Toyota 3 tons

14. Pickup 3 tons

15. Pickup 2 tons

16. Pickup Toyota 3 tons

17. Pickup 3 tons

18. Compactor Truck 3 tons

19. Twin Cab Pickup 1.5 tons

20. Pickup 1.5 tons

21. Hiab Truck 3 tons

22. Hiab Truck 3 tons

ELECTRIC BUGGY

1. Electric Buggy Bois Damour

2. Electric Buggy Kaz Ladouceur

3. Electric Buggy Gregoire Apartments

4. Electric Buggy Garden Villa

5. Electric Buggy G. Payet Guest House

6. Electric Buggy Marie-De Robillard

7. Electric Buggy Veronic Self Catering

8. Electric Buggy Cocotier Du Rocher

9. Electric Buggy Rising Sun Guesthouse

10. Electric Buggy Ylang Ylang Guest House

11. Electric Buggy Bernique Guest House

12. Electric Buggy La Digue Holiday Villa

13. Electric Buggy City & Beach Hotels Limited

14. Electric Buggy Chloe’s Cottage

15. Electric Buggy Pension Michel

16. Electric Buggy Villa Pasyon

17. Electric Buggy Belle Amie Self Catering

18. Electric Buggy Villa Authentique

19. Electric Buggy JML Apartments

20. Electric Buggy S & S Brother PTY LTD

21. Electric Buggy Zanboza Guest House

22. Electric Buggy Casa de Leela

23. Electric Buggy Calou Guest House

24. Electric Buggy Chez Marston Hotel

25. Electric Buggy Pension Fidele

26. Electric Buggy Villa Creole

27. Electric Buggy Le Relax Beach House

28. Electric Buggy Pension Hibiscus

29. Electric Buggy Paradise Flycather’s Lodge


30. Electric Buggy Citronelle Guest House

31. Electric Buggy Etoile Labrine Guest House

32. Electric Buggy La Digue Self Catering

33. Electric Buggy Cabanne des Anges

34. Electric Buggy Le Surmer Self Catering

35. Electric Buggy Kot Babi Guest House

36. Electric Buggy Zerof Guest House

37. Electric Buggy Le Domaine de L’Orangeraie

38. Electric Buggy Pension Residence Guest House

39. Electric Buggy Hostellene Guest House

40. Electric Buggy Anse Severe Beach Villas

41. Electric Buggy Chloe’s Cottage

42. Electric Buggy Chalet Bamboo Vert

43. Electric Buggy Chez Marva Guesthouse

44. Electric Buggy Villa Hortensia

45. Electric Buggy Island Bungalow

46. Electric Buggy Villa Source D’Argent Guest House

ANNEX 2: SPECIAL PURPOSE VEHICLES NUMBER AND COMPOSITION

Type of Vehicle Number

Tractors

3

Crane

1

Dumper

1

Forklift

1

Trailer

1

Excavators

3

JCB

1


ANNEX 3: BICYCLE HIRERS BY LOCATION

Location of Bicycle Rental Number

1. La Passe 32

2. Anse Reunion 10

3. Anse Severe 5

4. L’Union 1

5. Anse Banane 1

6. Belle Vue 1

7. Anse Patate 1

ANNEX 4: ELECTRIC BUGGY SPECIFICATIONS

General requirement Right Hand Drive

Road legal

Passenger number 6 or 12

Must have items Standard

Seats Standard, as per Vehicle Testing Station

(Seychelles).

Horn

Standard, as per Vehicle Testing Station

(Seychelles).

Light system

Stop lamps

Rear lamps

Head lamp

Rear reflectors

Direction reflectors


(Seychelles).

Seat belts

Seat belts for both passengers and drivers should

be in good working condition.

Mirrors

Side and front mirrors should be standard, as per

Vehicle Testing Station (Seychelles).

Brake System

Service brake performance and brake controls

should be standard, as per Vehicle Testing

Station (Seychelles).

Parking Brake performance and condition of

service brake system should be standard as per

Vehicle Testing Station (Seychelles).


Steering and suspension system

Transmission shaft

Steering mechanism

Rear suspension

Shock absorbers

Steering control

Front suspension

Wheel bearings

Should be standard, as per Vehicle Testing

Station (Seychelles).

Tire and wheels

Size, type and condition should be standard as

per Vehicle Testing Station (Seychelles).

Body


(Seychelles).

Floor


(Seychelles).

Windscreen wipers and washers


(Seychelles).

ANNEX 5: CODE OF ETHICS FOR TRANSPORT OPERATORS ON LA DIGUE

The code of ethics for transport operators on La Digue Island has been devised by the

Department of Land Transport in consultation with stakeholders. This code will serve as a

Service Level Agreement required to be complied with by all transport operators on the

island including bicycle hirers. Thenceforth, to ensure effective compliance with the code,

the Department of Land Transport has develop the following ethics guidance:

Physical appearance

A licensed transport operator is expected to:

1. Always be well groomed (smart casual outfits, no flip flops, hair neat and tidy, clean)

and be professional whilst on duty.

2. Be courteous and helpful.

3. Act in a professional manner whilst on duty. Avoid fight or quarrel with any

passenger, client, other operators or other person whilst on duty.

4. Uphold a good reputation of La Digue as a tourist destination by ensuring no act of

prejudicial image to the tourism industry of Seychelles.

5. Not leave a passenger unattended before the completion of a trip or contract.

6. Have a good public relations approach (value) and maintain friendly relations and

cooperation with other transport operators and tourism establishments.


7. Not solicit for passengers or clients.

8. Carry a receipt book at all times and issue receipt upon the client’s request.

Operational conduct

A licensed transport operator is expected to:

1. Carry on business in a professional, integral and courteous manner to ensure that the

safety, comfort of customer is paramount.

2. Maintain and ensure that the vehicle or bicycle is kept in a good and clean condition

which poses no danger or compromise the safety of customers or staff.

3. Always have on oneself an identification badge and produce it upon request.

4. Be punctual when undertaking pre-booked hires.

5. Have a valid license in accordance with the specified transport license activities being

undertaken.

General Conduct

1. Transport operators shall observe all the road transport regulations pertaining to the

operation of motor vehicle on the public road.

2. Transport operators are expected to be fluent in Creole, English and French. Drivers

unable to speak either of these languages should have a card with signs such as hotels,

guest houses or port amongst others as a means of communication.

Consequences for Non Compliance

1. Transport operators shall be liable to penalties, which shall be laid out for any

disciplinary offences such as overcharging clients, rudeness to clients, deviating

clients etc… if they do not follow and adhere to the above mentioned Code of Ethics.


ANNEX 6: CONSULTATIONS ON LA DIGUE 2007-2018

DATE DOCUMENT COMMENT

April 2007 Transport efficiency

and future transport

demand on La Digue

Island, Seychelles

Study to test the efficiency of different

modes of transport on La Digue.

Study consulted the general public, tour

operators, travel agents, tourists, La Digue

transport operators and hotels.

20th January 2012 Information Note Implication of electric vehicles on La Digue

28th January 2013 Review of documents Compiled by Department of Land Transport

4th July 2015 Meeting and visit:

Minutes of La Digue

Land Transport policy

Visit and meeting organised by Minister Joel

Morgan with La Digue Transport operators

August 2015 Meeting with transport

operators by RTC and

DoLT, a follow up from

meeting in July

A report was produced based on the

meeting:

Report: Understanding the concerns of

transport operators on La Digue: Discussion

to support the La Digue Land Transport

Policy. September 2015

November 2015 Vehicle survey on La

Digue

A complete survey of all vehicles on the

island of La Digue was done, including the

photos of the vehicles was catalogued. The

survey was done by the La Digue Inspector.

April 2016 La Digue Transport

Survey: the views of

residents and visitors

Survey to assess the concerns of land

transport on the Island of La Digue. The

survey questionnaires targeted, La Digue

resident, local visitors and tourists

September 2017 Consultation notes with

La Digue, MNA, DA and

partners

Comments based on the proposed La Digue

Land Transport policy

July 2018 Minutes of Meeting 4th

July 2018 on La Digue

Land Transport Policy

Presentation of draft La Digue Land Transport

policy to special permit holders and general

public to obtain feedback to finalise policy.

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