First phase of 16% public transport fare increase takes effect today

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Andre WilliamsJournalist at Jamaica Gleaner

June 2, 2026

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First phase of 16% public transport fare increase takes effect today

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Public transport fares begin rising today, with the first eight per cent of a planned 16 per cent increase in public passenger vehicle (PPV) fares taking effect under a phased implementation, says Transport Minister Daryl Vaz.

The remaining eight per cent increase will be applied in July.

The increase, long sought by PPV operators, has been outstanding since April 2024.

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