PUV Phaseout
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Filipinos want improved transport policies and worker protection, new global poll reveals
A recent international survey has revealed that Filipinos are at the forefront of global demands for enhanced transport policies and stronger worker protections. The 2024 International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) Global Poll, which surveyed over 16,000 individuals across 15 countries, highlights significant concerns among Filipinos regarding government performance, cost of living, safety, and climate change…
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On World Day for Decent Work: PISTON demands decent work for Filipino transport workers amid Marcos Jr’s modernization program, questionable EV push
As the global labor movement observes World Day for Decent Work on October 7, transport group PISTON emphasizes the urgent need for improved working conditions for informal public transport workers in the Philippines, particularly in light of Marcos Jr.’s modernization program. Mody Floranda, PISTON National President and Makabayan senatorial candidate, stated, “In the transport sector…
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Strike ends with further exposure of PTMP failures — PISTON
Transport group PISTON concluded its two-day strike, criticizing the Marcos Jr. administration for its failure to manage the public transport sector effectively. “S“Who is Guadiz to claim the strike had no impact? He doesn’t even leave his office,” said PISTON National President Mody Floranda. In response to the strike, the DOTr and LTFRB announced a…
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PISTON files Motion to Resolve pending SC TRO vs PTMP
PISTON filed motion to resolve the pending application for a temporary restraining order (TRO) against the Public Transport Modernization Program (PTMP) before the Supreme Court today during the nationwide transport strike. Despite government claims of “80% consolidation,” the extensions granted by LTFRB cast doubt on the success of the consolidation. However, PISTON argues that these…
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Transport strike set starting September 23 − PISTON
PISTON announced today that it will hold another wave of strike from September 23 to 24 in opposition to the Public Transport Modernization Program (PTMP). The strike, which will also involve the transport group Manibela, aims to address several key demands: PISTON National President, Mody Floranda stated: “The failures of the PTMP have been exposed…