CABINET ESTABLISHES COMMITTEE TO CONSIDER POSSIBLE BUS FARE INCREASE

Public bus fares could be increased for the first time in almost 20 years, as the government moves to review the cost of operating the service against what commuters can afford.

Cabinet has agreed to establish a committee to examine proposals from the Antigua and Barbuda Bus Association and the Transportation Ministry.

The review will consider higher operating costs for bus operators, proposed fare adjustments and the potential impact on passengers.

Elesha George reports.