PUBLISHED: 7 Nov 2024 at 05: 55
Following a recent encounter between drivers and passengers, local officials in Patong city are working to reform the state’s motorcycle car service.
Chalermpong Saengdee, the party’s MP for Phuket, announced on Wednesday that a meeting was held to simplify regulations and establish attempt at scooter taxi stands in Patong’s tourist district.
The meeting, which included local authorities and authorities, aimed to resolve conflicts and rivalry between motorbike taxi drivers, which have damaged the reputation of local hospitality.
A regulatory committee will be established to solve issues, including designing passenger pickup points, as discussed by a consultant from the Phuket Provincial Transport Office.
The company mandates that all motorcycle taxi drivers have a license to operate public transportation and have completed a training program. This aims to stop scuffles and stop travellers from being abused.
Teerapong Chuaychu, the district chief in Kathu, expressed concern about the more frequent instances of public transportation owners fighting over customers, which may turn off tourists.