| Jeepney drivers check the documents they were required to submit to the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) so they could get the fare matrix that will allow them to charge higher fares, starting Monday. (Sun.Star Photo/Amper Campaña) |
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CEBU CITY -- With public utility jeepneys (PUJs) starting to collect the new P8 minimum fare Monday, operators and drivers are reminded to give the mandated 20 percent discount for students, senior citizens and persons with disabilities.
They must also make sure that each vehicle has the green fare matrix, otherwise, they will be penalized for overcharging if they demand the new fare, said Land Transportation Office (LTO) 7 Legal Counsel and Operations Section Acting Chief Vicente Gador Jr.
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