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Jamaica Rolls Out National Rural School Bus programme With 60 Buses
JAMAICA – The government of Jamaica has officially rolled out its national rural school bus programme, with 60 buses deployed across the island to provide safer and more reliable transportation for students in rural communities.
JAMAICA – The government of Jamaica has officially rolled out its national rural school bus programme, with 60 buses deployed across the island to provide safer and more reliable transportation for students in rural communities.
The launch took place at the start of the new school year for most schools across the island on Monday.
Three cabinet ministers joined students on a ceremonial ride.
The country’s transport minister said more than 200 schools are already benefiting from the programme, with another 40 buses expected to be added between September and November.
The programme is expected to save parents up to $180,000 per year in transportation fares.
According to the government, the buses come equipped with wheelchair access, GPS tracking for parents, and trained JUTC drivers.
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