We used a comfortable Jamaica Urban Transit Company (JUTC) bus for the shuttle service to the JMEA Expo at the National Arena. What a contrast to the “Jolly Joseph” buses of our school days. We acknowledge that Dr Peter Phillips has done yeoman’s service in the establishment of JUTC, but big congratulations must go to Transport Minister Daryl Vaz for the expansion of JUTC routes to rural areas and the introduction of school buses for long-suffering students.
Jaevion Nelson commented on social media: “Was having a convo with my uncle the other day about the rollout of public transportation in Clarendon. He said the impact is huge. People are saving a lot. His son gave up his place in town and travels, saving about $300 each way, and get a comfortable ride to town. All this time I thought it was just about two routes JUTC had there. I’m very happy for them. Long time public transportation should be offered to other parishes.”Thank goodness for efficient transportation initiatives, a must for social and economic development.
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