Region 2 minibuses have illegally increased their fares

Aug 28, 2018 Letters

Dear Editor,
The headline read that from September 1st, there will be a $20 hike in bus fares.
That may be good news for the operators. 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, Pomeroon/Supenaam, the mini buses operating from Anna Regina to Charity have increased their fares from $200 to $260.
This was done about two months ago, a grossly illegal and wicked act. As you exit the buses, the conductor demand 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 -Charity/Supenaam- have a union that is affiliated to the United Minibus Union, or this increase has had the blessing of the competent authority.
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

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