SMRT chief dismisses talk of his stepping down

SMRT chief executive Desmond Kuek on Thursday distanced himself from talk that he is set to step down.

Speaking to reporters on the sidelines of a launch event for a programme aimed at better assisting the elderly and those with special mobility needs, he said reports of an impending departure were "purely speculative".

His comments came as the results of a survey into commuter confidence in public transport were released.

Consumer confidence took a dip following two major rail incidents la…