Govt to review effectiveness of bus subsidies, says Loke


JELEBU: The government will continue subsidising operations of 165 stage bus companies in the peninsula but a review will be conducted first on its effectiveness, says the Transport Minister.

Anthony Loke said there was a pressing need to ensure the routes served by these companies were really needed as more than RM100mil is spent on the programme each year.

Win a prize this Mother's Day by subscribing to our annual plan now! T&C applies.

Monthly Plan

RM13.90/month

Annual Plan

RM12.33/month

Billed as RM148.00/year

1 month

Free Trial

For new subscribers only


Cancel anytime. No ads. Auto-renewal. Unlimited access to the web and app. Personalised features. Members rewards.
Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!

News , bureaus

   

Next In Nation

Anwar pays tribute to late mother, honors wife on Mothers Day
Johor cops dispose of confiscated items worth RM165,000
Trio arrested for suspected drug trafficking in Kluang district
Fire dept called to help remove body of dead obese woman
Foreign honours, medals, orders without King's consent not valid
EPF Account 3 to allow hassle-free RM250 maximum withdrawal per day
Women at Sabah old folks home share stories of resilience and friendship
Rider and pillion killed avoiding fallen lorry tyre in Penampang
Mutang's replacement to be discussed with Anwar only after burial, says Abang Johari
Sultanah Aminah Hospital to conduct investigation following patient complaint

Others Also Read