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Opposition says phased PPV fare increase is unusual and extremely disrespectful

The Opposition is describing the two-phased fare increase announced by transport minister Daryl Vaz, today as highly unusual and extremely disrespectful to commuters.

Commuters concerned about impact of PPV fare increase on cost of living

Jamaicans are questioning the timing of the 8 per cent fare increase that was granted to Public Passenger Vehicle (PPV) operators this morning.Another 8 per cent will be granted on July 1.

Some PPV operators suggest salary increase/travel stipend for commuters to cushion impact of fare adjustment

Some Public Passenger Vehicle (PPV) operators who ply routes in Kingston and St. Andrew are suggesting that salary increases or travel stipends for commuters could help to cushion the financial impact of the fare adjustment.Eight per cent of the fare increase comes into effect today, while the remaining

Vaz warns of zero-tolerance approach to PPV operators who overcharge commuters following implemented fare adjustment

With an eight per cent fare increase now in effect for public passenger vehicle operators, the Transport Ministry is warning of a zero-tolerance approach to those who overcharge commuters. Portfolio Minister Daryl Vaz gave the caution during a press conference at the Ministry's Kingston office today.It

Tiktok users fuel global comeback for Brick & Lace’s Love is Wicked

19 years after its release, Brick & Lace’s global hit Love is Wicked has experienced a resurgence in popularity, fueled by the power of social media.

“The truth was told” – Captain Treezy breaks silence after Paraguay detention

Jamaican aviator and social media personality Jabari Brown also known as Captain Treezy has spoken out after he was detained and subsequently released by authorities in Paraguay in connection with a major drug seizure aboard a jet which landed in there over the weekend. Via his Instagram story, Captain

Local celebrations for the life of Ernie Smith set for June 5

Reggae icon Ernie Smith will be remembered and celebrated at a special celebration of life event on Friday, June 5, at the Ranny Williams Entertainment Centre in Kingston.

No more picking and choosing! Speid throws down gauntlet

Players who made themselves unavailable for the recent Unity Cup tournament in England, may not be called to represent the Reggae Boyz in the future.

That is if Coach Rudolph Speid has his way.

“We’re dissatisfied but will allow good sense to prevail” – Taxi Associations acknowledge short period for full 16% fare increase to take effect

Several PPV operators say while they are dissatisfied with the government's phased implementation of the fare increase, they acknowledge the financial impact a full increase could have on the country. Speaking with IRIE FM News after the press conference, President of the All Voice Taxi Association,

First phase of PPV fare increase – 8% – takes effect today, with the rest to be implemented July 1

Public Passenger Vehicle (PPV) operators will receive half of their 16 per cent fare increase this month with the remaining 8 per cent to take effect on July 1.

The first phase of the adjustment comes into effect today.

Opposition says phased PPV fare increase is unusual and extremely disrespectful

Tuesday, June 02, 2026 Natalie Campbell News No comments

The Opposition is describing the two-phased fare increase announced by transport minister Daryl Vaz, today as highly unusual and extremely disrespectful to commuters.

Commuters concerned about impact of PPV fare increase on cost of living

Tuesday, June 02, 2026 IRIE FM NEWS News No comments

Jamaicans are questioning the timing of the 8 per cent fare increase that was granted to Public Passenger Vehicle (PPV) operators this morning.Another 8 per cent will be granted on July 1.

No more picking and choosing! Speid throws down gauntlet

Tuesday, June 02, 2026 Roger Hasfal sports No comments

Players who made themselves unavailable for the recent Unity Cup tournament in England, may not be called to represent the Reggae Boyz in the future. That is if Coach Rudolph Speid has his way.

Carey Mcleod accepts two year ban – AIU

Monday, June 01, 2026 Roger Hasfal sports No comments

2024 World Indoor Championships bronze medallist Carey Mcleod, has been handed a two-year ban from athletics after admitting to three whereabouts failures.

“The truth was told” – Captain Treezy breaks silence after Paraguay detention

Tuesday, June 02, 2026 Viviene Stewart Entertainment No comments

Local celebrations for the life of Ernie Smith set for June 5

Tuesday, June 02, 2026 Viviene Stewart Entertainment No comments

Reggae icon Ernie Smith will be remembered and celebrated at a special celebration of life event on Friday, June 5, at the Ranny Williams Entertainment Centre in Kingston.

BREAKING: PPV operators to get half of their 16% fare increase effective today, the remaining next month

Opposition says phased PPV fare increase is unusual and extremely disrespectful

Commuters concerned about impact of PPV fare increase on cost of living

No more picking and choosing! Speid throws down gauntlet

Carey Mcleod accepts two year ban – AIU

“The truth was told” – Captain Treezy breaks silence after Paraguay detention

Local celebrations for the life of Ernie Smith set for June 5