Transport strike forces class suspensions Monday

Transport Strike QC

Stranded passengers seen at Batasan, Commonwealth, Quezon City. NIÑO JESUS ORBETA / Philippine Daily Inquirer

The ongoing transport strike forced some universities and local governments in Metro Manila to suspend afternoon classes and office work.

A transport coalition group is protesting the planned phase-out of dilapidated jeepneys.

According to the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board, 85 government vehicles, 50 motorcycles and two vessels would provide free transportation to stranded passengers while 100 private buses would charge minimal fares.

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