7 abusive cab drivers in Makati City, apprehended
In an article by published by GMA News last May 25, 2008, seven taxi drivers have been apprehended in Makati City for refusing to convey passengers and doing contracting services. This is the result of the city’s intensified approach against abusive cab drivers.
According to Makati Police Station Traffic Enforcement Branch (MSTEB) Chief Supt. Victor Loares, the said apprehensions are in accordance with Makati City Police’s “Oplan Isnaberong Tsuper” (trans. Operation Plan against snub drivers).
“Oplan Isnaberong Tsuper” is the city’s answer to tons of complaints from the public against abusive taxi drivers. The apprehensions were undertaken along Gil Puyat Avenue corner EDSA-Bel-Air. Penalties for violators include confiscation of their licenses and issuance of Ordinance Violation Receipts with a 1000-peso fine.
On the other hand, Makati Mayor Jejomar C. Binay commended the efforts done by the Makati Police Station Traffic Enforcement Branch in apprehending the said abusive taxi drivers.
“We do not tolerate abusive practices of drivers in Makati. We contribute to the progress of our city and our nation when we all act as responsible and fair constituents. We hope to instill these values of responsibility and fairness in every constituent of Makati,” Binay said in an interview with GMA News.
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Sometimes I wonder if things would be better off if the taxi industry were to be completely deregulated. I think many taxi drivers feel that the current regulations imposed by the government are financially disadvantageous for them, so they try to cheat whenever they can.
What if each taxi company gets to set its own policies and prices without interference from the government? Theoretically speaking, taxi companies that provide good service at reasonable prices would compete better in the free market, and the consumers win, right? Or is that just a libertarian fantasy? I really don’t know.
You kids go think it through… could be an interesting blog entry