The Manila Times
MANILA, Philippines -- The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) has launched an online platform for applications to the government’s Land-Based Service Contracting Program (SCP), aiming to speed up assistance to public transport operators and commuters. LTFRB Chairman Vigor Mendoza II said the move complied with instructions discussed in a recent meeting with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and the Department of Transportation.. The service contracting program covers buses operating on the EDSA Carousel and its feeder routes, as well as UV Express units and modern jeepneys nationwide. Traditional and modern jeepneys in Metro Manila and key urban areas in the provinces are also eligible to participate. “Even in times of challenging situations, we ensure the LTFRB delivers the fastest and most convenient way of reaching our clients,” Mendoza said. Alongside the program, the government is finalizing an additional fuel subsidy of P10 per liter for qualified transport operators. Applications are being accepted through the Land-Based SCP Registration System. Requirements include consent to LTFRB terms and conditions, a bank account under the operator’s name, vehicle plate and case numbers, and a designated Global Positioning System (GPS) provider. For areas with limited cellular signal affecting GPS monitoring, the LTFRB said manual monitoring may be implemented. The agency committed to processing applications within 24 hours upon receipt, in line with the directive to expedite assistance. Approved operators will receive their start-of-operations schedule through the online registration system.
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