Students have stated that a lot of bus companies bring their most sub-standard buses for school bus service and better buses are used for other public bus service.
Attorney General and Minister for Economy Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum revealed this while responding to questions in relation to the 2017/2018 National Budget Consultations that are held at Secondary Schools and Universities.
Sayed-Khaiyum told the Parliamentarians that this was highlighted very strongly by the students.
He says the government spends $21 million a year for free bus fare scheme for students and bus companies benefit from this.
He says students have raised concerns that a lot of bus drivers are also refusing to allow students in buses after a particular hour.
The 2017/2018 National Budget Consultations will be held in the Northern Division this weekend.
Parliament has been adjourned till the 22nd of next month.
