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Special Undas permits for public utility vehicles to open Sept. 21

From PhilStar · () English

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  • Philippine public utility vehicles can apply from Sept. 21 to Oct. 2 for special permits covering the Undas travel period.
  • The permits will be valid from Oct. 28 to Nov. 6, and the LTFRB says the measure aims to prevent stranded passengers.
  • More than 800 buses received special permits last year, while eligible vehicles must meet age and other requirements.

Public utility vehicles will get a chance to take on more passengers during the Philippines’ Undas travel period. The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board said applications for special permits will open on Sept. 21.

Operators can file applications through Oct. 2. Approved permits will be valid from Oct. 28 to Nov. 6, covering All Saints’ and All Souls’ Days, when commuter demand is expected to increase.

Acting LTFRB Chairman Greg Pua Jr. said the goal is that “there will be no stranded passengers.” More than 800 buses received special permits last year.

Eligible public utility vehicles must meet several conditions, including being no more than 14 years old from their date of manufacture. The program is intended to expand available transport during the holiday period.

There will be no stranded passengers.

· Greg Pua Jr.The acting LTFRB chairman described the goal of issuing special permits during the Undas travel period.
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