Moderators Moderator_02 Posted May 8, 2021 Moderators Share Posted May 8, 2021 Quote Thousands miss work as taxis block roads Posted 07/05/2021 At least 10 people were arrested by crowd control police on Avenida Balboa on Friday, May 7 during a demonstration by taxi drivers that started at 6 am and lasted until the busy roadway was finally cleared at 11.30. Meanwhile, thousands of workers across the province were prevented from reaching their destinations as the protestors blocked highways to express their rejection of the Transport Authority (ATTT) move to end the practice of allowing taxis to operate only on alternate days governed by the last number of their license plate. The drivers want it extended to year-end or the end of the pandemic. There are some 100,000 licensed taxis in the region. They plan to gather in Plaza Cinco de Mayo on Tuesday and march to the Presidential Palace to make their voices heard. https://www.newsroompanama.com/business/thousands-miss-work-as-taxis-block-roads Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Moderator_02 Posted May 12, 2021 Author Moderators Share Posted May 12, 2021 Quote Taxis gain program extension Posted 11/05/2021 The Transportation Authority (ATTT) has extended the measure that allows taxis to operate on alternate days until July 31, a partial victory for the drivers who brought chaos to city streets and highways last Friday as they demanded an extension to December or the end of the pandemic Vehicles whose license plates end in an odd number may circulate on Mondays and Wednesdays, while those finishing in even numbers may do so on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Friday, Saturday, and Sunday everyone will be able to circulate. The ATTT announcement had been previously recommended by the Ombudsman's Office, an entity that acts as a mediator between the National Government and the transporters of the selective sector. According to the Ombudsman, Eduardo Leblanc González, the proposal must be implemented when there is a greater economic reactivation in the country, which is still affected by the Covid-19 pandemic. " At this time, we all have to do our part," said Leblanc who urged the drivers to maintain dialogue to ensure a climate of peace between the parties for the benefit of users. https://www.newsroompanama.com/business/taxis-gain-program-extension Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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