Poe pushes for improved train station facilities

Light Rail Transit Line 1  —INQUIRER FILE PHOTO

MANILA, Philippines – Senator Grace Poe has called for improvements in train station facilities following the recent extension of LRT-1 and MRT’s operating hours.

Poe believes complementary changes must be made.

“The train’s additional operating hours must be complemented with adequate security, help desks and maintenance of facilities for the commuters’ overall convenient ride,” the senator said in a statement released on Tuesday.

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On Monday, MRT-1 began its one-hour extended operations during weekdays.

Meanwhile, the operating hours of LRT-1 are set to be extended by 30 minutes starting Wednesday.

“The extended operating hours of the MRT and LRT brings a welcome respite to our commuters,” Poe said.

“It has been said that a good indicator of a progressive country is not everyone owning a car, but even the wealthy using public transportation. While miles away from this, every little initiative is a step closer to the goal,” she added. — INQUIRER.net trainee, Keith Clores