
What standardised public transport fares may mean?
I refer to the articles “Bus and train fares reduced by overall 4.2 per cent; fare structure to be further simplified” (Straits Times, Oct 27) and “PTC may call for standardised bus, train fares” (Straits Times, Oct 11). The former states that “While falling energy prices in 2015 resulted in an allowable fare reduction...

ElderShield: $90m claims, $3b premiums & accumulated interest?
I refer to the article “Wanted: Public feedback on how to improve ElderShield” (Straits Times, Dec 20). It states that “as we consider possible enhancements to ElderShield, we should also bear in mind that better coverage and benefits will come with higher premiums.” $90m paid out since ElderShield was launched in 2002 On...

LTA scrapping minimum daily mileage for taxis – what about scrapping COEs for cabs?
I refer to the article “LTA scrapping minimum daily mileage for taxis” (Straits Times, Dec 18). The article states: “The easing of taxi regulations is seen by observers as a first step towards levelling the playing field between taxis and private-hire car services, which are currently unregulated. As of October, there...
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