PUV Modernization
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PISTON raises PUVMP, just transition concerns to UN special rapporteur
Transport group PISTON met with a United Nations special rapporteur on Tuesday to express its concerns about the Public Utility Vehicle Modernization Program (PUVMP) and to propose a pro-people just transition for public transport in the Philippines. PISTON, along with environmental groups and other civil society organizations, was invited to a courtesy meeting by Ian…
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Defend the right to strike: PISTON condemns LTFRB’s latest threats against strikers
Transport group PISTON reminds the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) that the right to strike and to hold industrial actions is protected by the Philippine Constitution and international labor conventions. As a government agency, LTFRB is obliged to solve the legitimate concerns of public transport workers which have led to strike action, instead…
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Support the strikes vs PUVMP!
PISTON stands in solidarity with the drivers and operators who are taking part in the transport strikes and protests starting October 16, 2023. We believe that any militant action is a significant contribution towards the advancement of the people’s interests. This is particularly true when it comes to promoting a pro-people public transportation system, which…
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PISTON welcomes call to suspend PUVMP
PISTON welcomes Senator Grace Poe’s call to suspend the PUV Modernization Program in light of the recent allegations of corruption in government agencies implementing the program. We stand in solidarity with all transport workers in exposing the corruption present in government agencies. Our struggle extends beyond fighting corruption and includes challenging the domination of foreign…
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Transport workers excluded from government plans during Marcos Jr.’s second SONA
A year has passed under the regime of Marcos Jr., and to our dismay, the livelihood of our dedicated drivers and small operators remains under threat. However, during his State of the Nation Address (SONA), there wasn’t a single mention of our welfare. The demand to junk the PUV phaseout remained unaddressed, and promises of…