The Fiji Bus Operators Association has formally written to the Minister of Finance and the Minister of Transport requesting urgent intervention to address the significant increase in fuel prices from today.
Acting Association General Secretary, Viren Kewal says the industry is hopeful that the Government will consider measures to assist bus operators in managing this substantial increase in operating costs.
The bus operators say they are deeply concerned about the recent increase in fuel prices, which will have a serious impact on the bus industry.
Kewal says fuel is one of the main operating costs for bus operators, and the continued rise in fuel prices makes it increasingly difficult for operators to maintain normal operations and continue providing reliable service to the travelling public.
He says any government assistance provided to support bus fare adjustments will ultimately be a direct benefit to travelling passengers, as it will help ensure that bus services continue to operate without placing an additional financial burden on the public.
We are awaiting responses from the Prime Minister and the Minister for Finance.
