"Many self-employed persons in our transport sector have been affected by the increase in fuel price," said Senior Minister of State for Finance and Transport Chee Hong Tat at a press conference.
The Land Transport Authority will work with transport operators here to disburse the relief to those eligible. ComfortDelGro cabby Robert Yeo, 62, said he now pays about $10 more on petrol a day. He hopes the Government can increase the relief given to $300 so it can cover the additional amount he has had to cough up.
Asked if they will extend the fare hikes and additional fees beyond July, ride-hailing giant Grab, its rival Gojek, and ComfortDelGro, Singapore's largest taxi operator, all said that they will review the temporary measures closer to the date. "While our drivers are appreciative of the support, we look forward to the long term recovery of the sector," she said.
Become a bus driver then.
not enough? $150,000 enough boh?
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