Transport unions halt fare hikes

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The unions that control freight and passenger transport services have announced a temporary halt to the threatened fair increases brought on by the increase in the costs of diesel fuel for their vehicles. CNTU leader Ramon Perez Figuereo said that the measure came as a result of the need to allow as many people as possible to enjoy travel during the Easter Week recess. He warned that the unions would meet to discuss fare increases once the holiday was over. Perez Figuereo also told Listin Diario reporter Adriana Peguero that fare increases of five or ten pesos were being suggested, as well as an increase in freight costs of between RD$500 and RD$2,000 for hauling products between Constanza and Dajabon, Santo Domingo, Elias Pina, Jarabacoa and Higuey. Meanwhile, the director of the Land Transport Office (OTTT) said that the unions do not have the authority to change the fares, and, if they do try to do so, the OTTT will force them to return the money.

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