JJ4
Agreed !
peekay4
As in every other accident, i believe in the case of 'the fish rots/stinks from the head down'.
the regulator's oversight is stipulated/defined in legislation. 'public' and 'collective' are vague, legal terms. however when part of the 'public' - one or more individuals - are hurt, have every right to sue. (if they'll win against the State is a different thing).
And yes, same law / principle for the rest of the world.
Since they have oversight of all transport activities, they cant be immune, regardless, me thinks.