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LTFRB issuing show-cause order vs employers of ‘druggie’ PUV drivers
The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) will issue show-cause orders to bus operators whose drivers tested positive for illegal drugs.
A total of 84 public utility vehicle drivers and two conductors nationwide failed drug tests conducted by the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) during 'Oplan: Harabas' on April 16.
Of those who tested positive, 13 were bus drivers, along with drivers of tricycles, jeepneys, UV Express, motorcycle taxis, mini-buses, and taxis.
LTFRB Chairperson Teofilo Guadiz III stated that bus operators are responsible for ensuring their drivers are fit to operate public transport vehicles.
He added that failure to comply with the show-cause orders may result in the suspension or cancellation of the franchise.
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