NST 17-06-2024 GROUP - SCHOOL BUS FARES WILL NOT BE RAISED

Aug 13, 2026

This document reports that school bus fares will not be increased until the end of the year. The Malaysian School Bus Drivers and Operators Association has decided to maintain current rates following the receipt of targeted school diesel subsidies. President Mohd Rofik Mohd Yusof stated that while spare part prices may rise, the subsidy will allow them to absorb these costs. He acknowledged the potential difficulties such an increase would pose for parents. Transport Minister Anthony Loke also commented that there should be no fare hikes, emphasizing that the subsidized diesel control system for public transport vehicles entails regulated prices. He added that any fare adjustments would require discussion and agreement with parents.

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Will school bus fares be increased this year?

No, the Malaysian School Bus Drivers and Operators Association has decided to maintain current school bus fares until the end of the year. They will not increase fares this year due to the receipt of targeted school diesel subsidies.

What has the Malaysian School Bus Drivers and Operators Association decided regarding fares?

The association has decided to maintain their current rates for school bus fares until the end of the year. This decision was made after receiving targeted school diesel subsidies, which will help absorb potential increases in spare part prices.

What is the government's stance on school bus fare increases?

Transport Minister Anthony Loke has stated that there should be no school bus fare hikes. He highlighted that the subsidized diesel control system for public land transport vehicles means prices are regulated, and any changes would require agreement with parents.

Aug 13, 2026

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