Philippines – Around 14,000 Move It riders are facing the risk of lay-offs after the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) ordered the motorcycle taxi company to reduce its fleet.
In a memorandum, LTFRB ordered Move It to cut its motorcycle rider count to 6,836, slashing over half its fleet.
LTFRB also mandated the company to stop its operations in Cebu and Cagayan de Oro immediately, citing that it did not have permission to operate in the area.
In a press conference, Move It general manager Wayne Jacinto explains that the 2020 LTFRB motorcycle taxi guidelines allow operations in the said areas. Jacinto said that a total of 6,000 riders from both places would be displaced if they comply.
According to LTFRB, Move It has exceeded its fleet limit with its present motorcycle rider count.
“Please be fair. I hope the riders don’t lose their livelihoods. And I hope those in authority will listen to us so they won’t be displaced,” Jacinto said.
