PPV Operators Surprised By JUTC Fare Reduction

PPV Operators Surprised By JUTC Fare Reduction

Private-public transport operators are not happy about the government’s plan to temporarily decrease Jamaica Urban Transit Company, JUTC, fares over a two-year span, commencing in January of the upcoming year. President of the Transport Operators Development...
Opposition Distances Itself from Fare Increases

Opposition Distances Itself from Fare Increases

As tensions continue to escalate between the Transport Minister and the opposition, Mikael Phillips, the People’s National Party’s spokesman, has distanced himself from the decision and is unwavering in his demand for Daryl Vaz and his team to be held...
Operators, Passengers at Odds Over Fare Increase

Operators, Passengers at Odds Over Fare Increase

CVM News visited downtown Kingston today to gauge reactions to the newly increased fares. One bus operator accused the Transport Authority of acting in a dictatorial manner. He suggested that there was no prior discussion about the various challenges facing the...
Fare Increase: Taxi Men Grateful But Concerned

Fare Increase: Taxi Men Grateful But Concerned

While it’s widely acknowledged that both public transport operators and commuters see the necessity for a fare increase, there is a notable lack of confidence in the timing of such an adjustment. Commuters argue that operators had already exceeded the stipulated...