LTFRB reminds PUVs to give student discounts even on non-school days

THE LAND Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) has issued a reminder to all public utility vehicle (PUV) drivers to give student discounts year-round as classes resume this week. “Balik Eskwela na po (Classes are resuming). Reminding all public utility vehicles to provide student discount, 20% po. Kahit holiday, kahit Sunday, kahit Saturday, 24/7, 365 days po,” LTFRB Board Member Aileen Lourdes A. Lizada told reporters in a Viber message. Citing Memorandum Circular 2011-004, she said students are entitled to discounts even during the school breaks for the summer, semestral, and Christmas. Those enrolled in vocational or technical schools may also avail of the privilege. She noted, however, that students taking post-graduate, driving, dancing and short-term courses are not covered by the policy. — Denise A. Valdez