Serious concern: Ryan Robinson Perinchief, the Minister of National Security and senator (File photograph by Blaire Simmons)The new Minister of National Security said he was “not convinced” by proposed legislation intended to crack down on traffic offences. However, he added the Opposition’s Road Traffic and Motor Car (Road Safety and Penalties) Amendment Act 2026 would only lead to problems around constitutional and civil liberties. Mr Robinson Perinchief said: “Road safety requires a comprehensive approach. However, Mr Robinson Perinchief said its focus on increased penalties would only impact motorists after the offence had been committed. Regardless, Mr Robinson Perinchief offered his condolences to Mr DeSilva’s family and stressed the importance of road safety reform.