Transport Minister Daryl Vaz said Monday&rsquo;s meeting with transport operator groups and the Transport Authority was civil, and his Ministry will be working with the Ministry of Finance to present a submission to cabinet on June 1 for deliberation.
The Minister said, &ldquo;We accept that there is a 16 per cent outstanding increase, but we are also mindful of the impact on inflation, which would pretty much negate the 16 per cent if it gets out of control.&rdquo;
Vaz said he reiterated to the transport operators that the government has cushioned the impact of fuel increases by the cap of $4.50 per week.&nbsp;
&ldquo;It could go as high as $12.50 per week. And that in itself is a big help to them, as it is they who utilise the most fuel based on the profession and the sector that they are in. They are accepting, hoping for the 16 per cent but we will do as best as we can and inform them after the cabinet meeting on June 1.&rdquo;

Transport Minister Daryl Vaz said his Ministry will be working with the Ministry of Finance to present a submission to cabinet on June 1 for deliberation.

Vaz Eyes June 1 for Decision on 16% Fare Hike