Gov’t wants to use Traffitech-GH to extort money from drivers while traders take over spaces – GPRTU
Commercial transport operators have accused the government of seeking to use the planned rollout of the Traffitech-GH system to extort money from drivers through traffic fines while allowing traders to occupy designated bus stops and pedestrian walkways.
Commercial transport operators have warned the government against using the upcoming Traffitech-GH system to fine drivers while allowing traders to occupy bus stops and pedestrian walkways. The Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU), backed by the Trades Union Congress (TUC) and other groups, has threatened to suspend nationwide public transport services on November 1 if their concerns are not addressed.
The operators claim that the government has failed to remove traders from designated bus stops and pedestrian areas despite being given a deadline of October 20. They argue that this lack of action will result in unfair fines and harassment for drivers through the new traffic enforcement system. The groups have called for a nationwide suspension of public transport services, urging commuters to make alternative arrangements and warning that the government will be responsible for any resulting inconvenience.
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