MANILA, Philippines—The Department of Transportation on Monday warned bus companies that raised fares that they could face show cause orders and possible license suspension.
Transportation Secretary Giovanni Lopez said authorities were verifying reports that some operators at the Parañaque Integrated Terminal Exchange (PITX) implemented fare increases without government approval.
“We will be able to take action by issuing citations to bus operators and public transport vehicles that have increased fares without authorization,” Lopez said in an interview.
He stressed that any fare adjustment without clearance from the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board could lead to the revocation or suspension of a company’s franchise.
The warning followed an earlier directive by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. suspending a planned fare hike for public utility vehicles that was supposed to take effect on March 19.
