Manila LGU increases Libreng Sakay program drivers subsidy to P4,000

MANILA, Philippines — Drivers under the Manila local government unit’s ‘Libreng Sakay’ (free ride) program will now receive P4,000, up from P3,500, following the P17 to P19 increase in diesel prices on Tuesday. Manila’s Libreng Sakay program was launched under Executive Order No. 14 which provides “economic assistance for the transport sector in response to rising fuel costs.”  Under the program, the city government shoulders the daily earnings of participating jeepney drivers and operators while passengers ride free of charge. READ: Manila to pay for free jeepney rides   “Although I sincerely thank our drivers who participated in this program, […]... Keep on reading: Manila LGU increases Libreng Sakay program drivers subsidy to P4,000

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