Vaz says Rural School Bus System is a “win-win” for gov’t, public transport operators and students

By: Georgetta Williams

Transport Minister Daryl Vaz says the Rural School Bus System is a “win-win” for the  government, public transport operators and students. 

He made the statement during a press conference in Kingston this morning. 

His remarks come after the Opposition People’s National Party, PNP criticized the bus system, citing issues with its implementation and possible effects on taxi operators.

The PNP also claimed that the buses are old, retired and unsafe for students. 

This morning, the Opposition called on the government to be transparent about the condition, inspection history, and long-term viability of the buses  imported,  to be used to transport students.

At today’s press briefing Mr. Vaz explained that vehicles in Jamaica’s transport sector have an average age of 14 years and the buses being imported from the United States are 8 to 10 years old.

Mr. Vaz noted that since the introduction of the initiative no public transport operator or association has made any complaint. 

Meanwhile, President of the Transport Operators Development Sustainable Services, TODSS,  Egeton Newman says while the bus system looks like a win win, it is not as public transport operators will lose. 

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SERHA and JALGO to meet with Labour Ministry regarding outstanding salary payments for ambulance drivers

By: Georgetta Williams

Transport Minister Daryl Vaz says the Rural School Bus System is a “win-win” for the  government, public transport operators and students. 

He made the statement during a press conference in Kingston this morning. 

His remarks come after the Opposition People’s National Party, PNP criticized the bus system, citing issues with its implementation and possible effects on taxi operators.

The PNP also claimed that the buses are old, retired and unsafe for students. 

This morning, the Opposition called on the government to be transparent about the condition, inspection history, and long-term viability of the buses  imported,  to be used to transport students.

At today’s press briefing Mr. Vaz explained that vehicles in Jamaica’s transport sector have an average age of 14 years and the buses being imported from the United States are 8 to 10 years old.

Mr. Vaz noted that since the introduction of the initiative no public transport operator or association has made any complaint. 

Meanwhile, President of the Transport Operators Development Sustainable Services, TODSS,  Egeton Newman says while the bus system looks like a win win, it is not as public transport operators will lose. 

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Principal says gov’t should implement policy that allows for parents of misbehaving students to be fined

By: Georgetta Williams

Transport Minister Daryl Vaz says the Rural School Bus System is a “win-win” for the  government, public transport operators and students. 

He made the statement during a press conference in Kingston this morning. 

His remarks come after the Opposition People’s National Party, PNP criticized the bus system, citing issues with its implementation and possible effects on taxi operators.

The PNP also claimed that the buses are old, retired and unsafe for students. 

This morning, the Opposition called on the government to be transparent about the condition, inspection history, and long-term viability of the buses  imported,  to be used to transport students.

At today’s press briefing Mr. Vaz explained that vehicles in Jamaica’s transport sector have an average age of 14 years and the buses being imported from the United States are 8 to 10 years old.

Mr. Vaz noted that since the introduction of the initiative no public transport operator or association has made any complaint. 

Meanwhile, President of the Transport Operators Development Sustainable Services, TODSS,  Egeton Newman says while the bus system looks like a win win, it is not as public transport operators will lose. 

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Jamaica Hotel and Tourist Association concerned about recent killings in St. Ann

By: Georgetta Williams

Transport Minister Daryl Vaz says the Rural School Bus System is a “win-win” for the  government, public transport operators and students. 

He made the statement during a press conference in Kingston this morning. 

His remarks come after the Opposition People’s National Party, PNP criticized the bus system, citing issues with its implementation and possible effects on taxi operators.

The PNP also claimed that the buses are old, retired and unsafe for students. 

This morning, the Opposition called on the government to be transparent about the condition, inspection history, and long-term viability of the buses  imported,  to be used to transport students.

At today’s press briefing Mr. Vaz explained that vehicles in Jamaica’s transport sector have an average age of 14 years and the buses being imported from the United States are 8 to 10 years old.

Mr. Vaz noted that since the introduction of the initiative no public transport operator or association has made any complaint. 

Meanwhile, President of the Transport Operators Development Sustainable Services, TODSS,  Egeton Newman says while the bus system looks like a win win, it is not as public transport operators will lose. 

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Boost in airline seat capacity, from Latin America into Jamaica this summer

By: Georgetta Williams

Transport Minister Daryl Vaz says the Rural School Bus System is a “win-win” for the  government, public transport operators and students. 

He made the statement during a press conference in Kingston this morning. 

His remarks come after the Opposition People’s National Party, PNP criticized the bus system, citing issues with its implementation and possible effects on taxi operators.

The PNP also claimed that the buses are old, retired and unsafe for students. 

This morning, the Opposition called on the government to be transparent about the condition, inspection history, and long-term viability of the buses  imported,  to be used to transport students.

At today’s press briefing Mr. Vaz explained that vehicles in Jamaica’s transport sector have an average age of 14 years and the buses being imported from the United States are 8 to 10 years old.

Mr. Vaz noted that since the introduction of the initiative no public transport operator or association has made any complaint. 

Meanwhile, President of the Transport Operators Development Sustainable Services, TODSS,  Egeton Newman says while the bus system looks like a win win, it is not as public transport operators will lose. 

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JTA President Dr. Mark Smith again calls for pension benefits that accurately reflect contributions and service of educators

By: Georgetta Williams

Transport Minister Daryl Vaz says the Rural School Bus System is a “win-win” for the  government, public transport operators and students. 

He made the statement during a press conference in Kingston this morning. 

His remarks come after the Opposition People’s National Party, PNP criticized the bus system, citing issues with its implementation and possible effects on taxi operators.

The PNP also claimed that the buses are old, retired and unsafe for students. 

This morning, the Opposition called on the government to be transparent about the condition, inspection history, and long-term viability of the buses  imported,  to be used to transport students.

At today’s press briefing Mr. Vaz explained that vehicles in Jamaica’s transport sector have an average age of 14 years and the buses being imported from the United States are 8 to 10 years old.

Mr. Vaz noted that since the introduction of the initiative no public transport operator or association has made any complaint. 

Meanwhile, President of the Transport Operators Development Sustainable Services, TODSS,  Egeton Newman says while the bus system looks like a win win, it is not as public transport operators will lose. 

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AGD assures efforts to complete June pension payments by tomorrow

By: Georgetta Williams

Transport Minister Daryl Vaz says the Rural School Bus System is a “win-win” for the  government, public transport operators and students. 

He made the statement during a press conference in Kingston this morning. 

His remarks come after the Opposition People’s National Party, PNP criticized the bus system, citing issues with its implementation and possible effects on taxi operators.

The PNP also claimed that the buses are old, retired and unsafe for students. 

This morning, the Opposition called on the government to be transparent about the condition, inspection history, and long-term viability of the buses  imported,  to be used to transport students.

At today’s press briefing Mr. Vaz explained that vehicles in Jamaica’s transport sector have an average age of 14 years and the buses being imported from the United States are 8 to 10 years old.

Mr. Vaz noted that since the introduction of the initiative no public transport operator or association has made any complaint. 

Meanwhile, President of the Transport Operators Development Sustainable Services, TODSS,  Egeton Newman says while the bus system looks like a win win, it is not as public transport operators will lose. 

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Government open to exploring expressions of interest from all parties desirous of acquiring new electricity licence

By: Georgetta Williams

Transport Minister Daryl Vaz says the Rural School Bus System is a “win-win” for the  government, public transport operators and students. 

He made the statement during a press conference in Kingston this morning. 

His remarks come after the Opposition People’s National Party, PNP criticized the bus system, citing issues with its implementation and possible effects on taxi operators.

The PNP also claimed that the buses are old, retired and unsafe for students. 

This morning, the Opposition called on the government to be transparent about the condition, inspection history, and long-term viability of the buses  imported,  to be used to transport students.

At today’s press briefing Mr. Vaz explained that vehicles in Jamaica’s transport sector have an average age of 14 years and the buses being imported from the United States are 8 to 10 years old.

Mr. Vaz noted that since the introduction of the initiative no public transport operator or association has made any complaint. 

Meanwhile, President of the Transport Operators Development Sustainable Services, TODSS,  Egeton Newman says while the bus system looks like a win win, it is not as public transport operators will lose. 

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Government notifies JPS that it will not renew current all-island electricity license under the existing terms

By: Georgetta Williams

Transport Minister Daryl Vaz says the Rural School Bus System is a “win-win” for the  government, public transport operators and students. 

He made the statement during a press conference in Kingston this morning. 

His remarks come after the Opposition People’s National Party, PNP criticized the bus system, citing issues with its implementation and possible effects on taxi operators.

The PNP also claimed that the buses are old, retired and unsafe for students. 

This morning, the Opposition called on the government to be transparent about the condition, inspection history, and long-term viability of the buses  imported,  to be used to transport students.

At today’s press briefing Mr. Vaz explained that vehicles in Jamaica’s transport sector have an average age of 14 years and the buses being imported from the United States are 8 to 10 years old.

Mr. Vaz noted that since the introduction of the initiative no public transport operator or association has made any complaint. 

Meanwhile, President of the Transport Operators Development Sustainable Services, TODSS,  Egeton Newman says while the bus system looks like a win win, it is not as public transport operators will lose. 

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BOJ says it continues to honour its commitment to hold the policy rate at 5.75%

By: Georgetta Williams

Transport Minister Daryl Vaz says the Rural School Bus System is a “win-win” for the  government, public transport operators and students. 

He made the statement during a press conference in Kingston this morning. 

His remarks come after the Opposition People’s National Party, PNP criticized the bus system, citing issues with its implementation and possible effects on taxi operators.

The PNP also claimed that the buses are old, retired and unsafe for students. 

This morning, the Opposition called on the government to be transparent about the condition, inspection history, and long-term viability of the buses  imported,  to be used to transport students.

At today’s press briefing Mr. Vaz explained that vehicles in Jamaica’s transport sector have an average age of 14 years and the buses being imported from the United States are 8 to 10 years old.

Mr. Vaz noted that since the introduction of the initiative no public transport operator or association has made any complaint. 

Meanwhile, President of the Transport Operators Development Sustainable Services, TODSS,  Egeton Newman says while the bus system looks like a win win, it is not as public transport operators will lose. 

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