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The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board has trimmed down the number of buses plying the EDSA Carousel as the government ended the free rides for commuters.

"We know that the interest of the private sector is how to increase revenue while lowering their operating costs and wages for their workers. So when what should be a public service like the EDSA Carousel is handed over to big businessmen, we can expect fares to increase as well. Our commuters will be even more miserable," said Floranda.

“The DOTr will continue to improve the services and infrastructure of the EDSA Busway. The EDSA Busway must conform to international standards. There’s a lot to do here,” Bautista was quoted as saying in a statement issued by the DOTr. “As more passengers are being catered by the busway system, we need to improve its efficiency."

Six people have died and 11 were injured in just two years near the EDSA Busway System, according to data from a transport group. The Move As One

An additional 100 buses will be deployed to accommodate the 24-hour service at the EDSA Carousel this Christmas season, according to the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board