The Government empowers train drivers to brake or not start in the event of "serious risk" and provides protection for reporting safety failures

The Government has approved a decree-law to strengthen railway safety, allowing train drivers to take measures against serious risks, such as stopping trains or not starting the journey. It also offers protection against retaliation for reporting safety failures. Additionally, the working time in front of trains is reduced and reduction coefficients are established for the early retirement of railway workers. The decree, which must be approved by Congress, also improves the inspection capacity of the State Railway Safety Agency and obliges companies and individuals to allow access to facilities and trains for supervisory actions.