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Here's how you can take part in these initiatives to oppose the public utility vehicle (PUV) modernization program

The government assured on Friday that there will be no transport crisis come 2024, as it provides a month-long grace period for unconsolidated public utility vehicles (PUV) to continue their operations. The caveat, however, is that they will no longer be allowed to consolidate after the temporary reprieve. In a…

"In the general scheme of things, it would be a big help if the DOTr could build a system that can be trusted, because when there's these kinds of news, people will have doubts. So instead of shifting to a modernized system and getting into the new way of doing things, maybe even more, will start to doubt the modernization."

"This only means that no legitimate new supply for road public transport has been introduced for the past fifteen years, with the exception of P2P buses and premium vans,” said Rebecca Padilla, convenor of Komyut.

"Apparently, all it takes was a stroke of a pen. We are grateful that the lines for dialogue are now open," Mar Valbuena of Manibela seconded. "Certainly, there are still many ways for LTFRB to increase public transport supply. We plan to clearly present these recommendations through a position paper," added Valbuena.