Metro jeepney drivers have lost P78,000 in income due to lockdown, says think tank

Metro jeepney drivers have lost P78,000 in income due to lockdown, says think tank COVID19Quarantine

Jeepney drivers face risk of losing work permanently MANILA—The government ban on jeepney operations in Metro Manila for the past three months has pushed drivers deeper into poverty amid the COVID-19 pandemic, a nonprofit think tank said Friday.

In Metro Manila alone, there are an estimated 55,000 to 70,000 jeepney drivers. They used to work 6 days a week and earned at least P1,000 daily on a 12-hour shift, Ibon Foundation said. Ibon Foundation alleged that the health crisis was being used to fast-track the government program phasing out old jeepney units.

On Thursday, the Palace said traditional jeepneys deemed “roadworthy” may soon be allowed to operate, provided they follow certain health standards.

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