Government has set a standard age limit for drivers of public service vehicles.

The regulations which take immediate effect stipulate that one has to be at least 35 years old and not above 65 years, to qualify to drive a 60 passenger bus.

The limit set for drivers of the 14 passenger vehicles is at 30 and not above 65 years above.

The works and transport minister Eng. Abraham Byandala says the move is aimed at reducing road carnage.

Byandala also confirms that every public service driver will be subjected to annual tests, including both practical and theory.

Meanwhile the Inspector general of Lt Gen police Kale Kayihura wants the issue of road accident to be handled like any other emergence.

Gen Kayihura says road accidents kill more people than any disease but receive little attention.

He also wants the issue of seat belts and use of helmets resurrected;