Public Works Minister Juan Edghill today met with minibus and taxi operators who ply their trade at the Demerara Harbour Bridge on the tarmac at Peter’s Hall, East Bank Demerara.
Minister Edghill explained that they would have to be relocated to minimize traffic congestion and allow emergency vehicles easier access to the bridge.
He noted that he preferred to speak with the operators rather than implement policies that would put them out of business.
It has been proposed that the minibus drivers relocate to the parking lot on the northern side of the Bridge, while the taxi drivers operate from the street before the Harbour Bridge, near the overpass.
Minister Edghill assured the drivers that a notification will be disseminated to commuters and the necessary infrastructure will be put in place to make the service comfortable, including asphalt paving of the locations and adequate lighting.
