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Some bus operators have already raised their fares beyond the agreed amount
Dear Editor,
The headline of the Stabroek News of Tuesday, 21st August, 2018 reads $20.00 hike in bus fares from September 1st, 2018. Business Ministry announces after pact with operators. That may be good news for the operators, while some commuters may say it is reasonable and others would say is unreasonable. They were letters in the Kaieteur News of Wednesday, 22nd August, 2018 where not so many good things were said about the quality of service particularly the touting aspect that the operators themselves encourage.
In Region # 2 that is Pomeroon/Supenaam the mini buses operating from Anna Regina to Charity have increased their fares from $200. (Two hundred dollars) to $260. (Two hundred and sixty dollars). This was done about two months ago, a gross illegal and wicked act, as you exit the buses the conductor demands that you pay that amount. There are no fare structures displayed in these buses as required by law; but if the passengers do not pay they are being verbally abused.
I am not sure if the buses in question that ply the route # 21 Charity / Supenaam have a Union that is affiliated to the United Minibus Union, or this increase has had the blessing of the competent authority, but for many commuters it is too steep, unaffordable and unreasonable. I am expecting the Ministry of Business to investigate and make a statement on this issue, or Mr. Eon Andrews in his capacity of Chairman of the United Minibus Union (U.M.U) can also comment.
Archie W. Cordis
Former A.F.C. Councillor
Region # 2
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