The House of Representatives will reconvene today to debate legislative measures, including the Vehicles and Road Traffic (Amendment) Bill, 2025, which proposes increased licensing fees for motor vehicle owners.
Prime Minister Gaston Browne announced a $100 hike for sedans and compacts, while SUVs, commercial vehicles, and heavy-duty equipment will see a 40% increase. Exemptions apply to taxis, buses, hearses, ambulances, and tractors.
Last week, UPP supporters protested the fee hikes, but Browne stated the public largely supports the increase, citing the need for long-overdue road improvements. He assured transparency, with oversight from ACB Caribbean, ECAB, and the Ministry of Works.
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UPP just loves to protest everything, but do they have a better plan to fix the roads?
Good move. Fees haven’t increased in years, and our roads are a disaster.
If exemptions apply to public transport, then why are taxi drivers still complaining?
Why not implement a tiered system based on vehicle value instead of a flat hike?
I agree it’s a good counter
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