No reason to raise bus and train fares
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yes~~~!! i wanna look for small scooter bike liaoz...Originally posted by Atobe:
What can we do ?
Boycott the buses and the MRT.
Use our cars less.
Ride a bicycle to work - for the sake of our heart and muscles - and live a longer life.
If too lazy to work out on a bicycle, buy a scooter bike - even if it only a small engine capacity.
Change Singapore into a 2-wheeler paradise.
BTW, now ERP gonna raise price oso~~! weeeeeee~~~
doesnt matter if u take public or private transport, either way, we're gonna SUCK u dry !!
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i believe none of those who approved the increase ever use the public transport.
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that why SMRT and SBS are listed. govt can shed their responsibility.
big financial investment get big fat dividends from these 2 company. where do the money come from?
the poorer commuters.
#$%#% govt. -
I think, WE, Singaporeans need to take charge of our lives. We MUST NOT allow every single government agencies & GLCs to take advantage of us, & allow them to climb over our heads!!! During the next election, it is time to kick Pay And Pay out of the parliament.
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I just don't understand.. Are these really PUBLIC transports, or are they "public" transports..[/u][/b]
if they really meant it as public, they should give more thoughts to the public..
really don't understand.. i thought the previous time when they raised the fair they said that they will not increase it in the near future.. it has only been less than 3 years since they last raised the fare right? -
if they really think for the commuters, they should keep a reasonable, sustainable profit will do, not making this business into a money making scheme.
the other time they say have to increase cause getting new buses and more bus drivers.. but look at the quality of the services.. lousy smelly dirty noisy buses.. lousy frequency and time control..
if it's not because they are the only public transport, really would boyscott but bo bian, they know this so really out to dig us.
don't you all think ever since you know who took up the seat in the parliament, everything really gone crazy? its like the rich getting richer, the poor getting poorer, really is care for people not?
they still ask us start business, be entrepreneurs, but look at how they country favours foreign MNCs, our business got chance to really get a share? they really help us? help us in order to get us get eaten up still more like it.
if can really wan migrate. too bad earn too little. -
they will tell you "we have to answer to our shareholders."
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My views on the fare hike, extracted from my blog:
Hooray, transport fares may be increased by 1 to 3 cents come October. In case you don't know, this is in today's news. Already I can hear people whining and cursing at the transport companies for raising fares yet again.
Let's get some figures first. SBS Transit recorded a profit of $55 million (that's S$55,000,000), while SMRT reported a profit of $27.5 million for the first quarter of the year. With records of these figures, you can already hear some yuppies crying foul.
"Wah nin na beh la, earn so much money liao still want to ki the fares, really make me damn du lan ar!" complains ah beng, who proceeds to light up his second cigarette*.
*costs approximately S$0.50 per stick now.
As I always say, the price of everything is increasing, but the salary is going down. When I say that, I'm referring to the lower starting pay now than compared to years ago. While generally most consumers are against the raising of fares, I will take a neutral stand and present my thoughts on this episode.
While it's true that the transport companies recorded profits, it is also known that the price of oil is ever-increasing due to the tension in the Middle-East. What has oil got to do with the MRT which runs on electricity? Where does the electricity come from? Burning your crap?
The cost of fuel increased by 40% for the companies by $10 to $30 million. Money is also spent on upgrades, and purchasing newer vehicles. We probably don't see all the figures, but whenever they upgrade or do a purchase, it involves millions.
Now let's see how the fare hike will affect us. Considering an increase of 2 cents/trip, an average Singaporean who takes 2 MRT rides and 2 bus rides a day will end up paying 8 cents more. That makes up to 56 cents/week, $2.24/month, or $26.88/year. How much does $27 mean to you?
I see people around me buying new mobile phones which can easily cost a 4-digit sum ever so frequently. If you can afford that, or even a HDTV that costs close to 5-figures, I seriously don't see how badly $27/year will affect you. You can whine all you want, but even if the fares are upped by a dollar, there isn't much you can do about it if you rely on public transport.
Now here's a relief for students - Both transport operators said that the proposed fare hikes would not affect children and student fares on concession passes or using ez-link cards. -
My views on the fare hike, extracted from my blog:
Hooray, transport fares may be increased by 1 to 3 cents come October. In case you don't know, this is in today's news. Already I can hear people whining and cursing at the transport companies for raising fares yet again.
Let's get some figures first. SBS Transit recorded a profit of $55 million (that's S$55,000,000), while SMRT reported a profit of $27.5 million for the first quarter of the year. With records of these figures, you can already hear some yuppies crying foul.
"Wah nin na beh la, earn so much money liao still want to ki the fares, really make me damn du lan ar!" complains ah beng, who proceeds to light up his second cigarette*.
*costs approximately S$0.50 per stick now.
good question, why our cig need to be 50 cents a stick? why not ban it all in singapore if it such a serious health issues?
As I always say, the price of everything is increasing, but the salary is going down. When I say that, I'm referring to the lower starting pay now than compared to years ago. While generally most consumers are against the raising of fares, I will take a neutral stand and present my thoughts on this episode.
The cost of fuel increased by 40% for the companies by $10 to $30 million. Money is also spent on upgrades, and purchasing newer vehicles. We probably don't see all the figures, but whenever they upgrade or do a purchase, it involves millions.
Now let's see how the fare hike will affect us. Considering an increase of 2 cents/trip, an average Singaporean who takes 2 MRT rides and 2 bus rides a day will end up paying 8 cents more. That makes up to 56 cents/week, $2.24/month, or $26.88/year. How much does $27 mean to you?
I see people around me buying new mobile phones which can easily cost a 4-digit sum ever so frequently. If you can afford that, or even a HDTV that costs close to 5-figures, I seriously don't see how badly $27/year will affect you. You can whine all you want, but even if the fares are upped by a dollar, there isn't much you can do about it if you rely on public transport.
Now here's a relief for students - Both transport operators said that the proposed fare hikes would not affect children and student fares on concession passes or using ez-link cards.[/b] -
[b]As I always say, the price of everything is increasing, but the salary is going down. When I say that, I'm referring to the lower starting pay now than compared to years ago. While generally most consumers are against the raising of fares, I will take a neutral stand and present my thoughts on this episode.
The cost of fuel increased by 40% for the companies by $10 to $30 million. Money is also spent on upgrades, and purchasing newer vehicles. We probably don't see all the figures, but whenever they upgrade or do a purchase, it involves millions.
Now let's see how the fare hike will affect us. Considering an increase of 2 cents/trip, an average Singaporean who takes 2 MRT rides and 2 bus rides a day will end up paying 8 cents more. That makes up to 56 cents/week, $2.24/month, or $26.88/year. How much does $27 mean to you?
I see people around me buying new mobile phones which can easily cost a 4-digit sum ever so frequently. If you can afford that, or even a HDTV that costs close to 5-figures, I seriously don't see how badly $27/year will affect you. You can whine all you want, but even if the fares are upped by a dollar, there isn't much you can do about it if you rely on public transport.
how much does that ahbeng earns? does that ah beng own a LCD TV or plasma? you assume that there are heaps of crowds at the LCD /plasma TV section harvey norman and Vbest and assume these crowds take the MRT/Bus? i think not.
i drive, it dont hurt me but i fear for the livlihood of the bottom class of singaporeans.
$27 dont meant a lot to a person fetching $4000/mth .it just 0.6%.
if a singaporean earning $800/mth it will be 3.3% of their disposable income.
finally even if you rich, doesnt mean you should be reaps off all the time correct? -
It's high time we return public transport to it's roots, meaning PUBLIC in nature.
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dun think it'll ever happen. monopoly = alotta power, alotta $$$$$
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As the only transport provider in Singapore, they dun need to spend time in making the system more efficient and effective to the users.
They can just wait for complaints from the users.
When the number of complaints reached a certain amount or achieved media attention, then a NEW line will be added.
Their primary role and thinking is still like the peanut foundation, get more reserves and give more options and bonuses to the directors who do nothing, dun take bus, but will approved of the fee hike. -
Be in middle and lower classes,we are all suffered with all these high costs of living imposed by our great gov, they ensure our incomes will be just nice or lesser than expenses by sucking dry our blood every days/months.Originally posted by Medicated Oil:As the only transport provider in Singapore, they dun need to spend time in making the system more efficient and effective to the users.
They can just wait for complaints from the users.
When the number of complaints reached a certain amount or achieved media attention, then a NEW line will be added.
Their primary role and thinking is still like the peanut foundation, get more reserves and give more options and bonuses to the directors who do nothing, dun take bus, but will approved of the fee hike.
ERP will be implemented tomorrow,increased by an average 25% price hike.
Happy National Day,S'pore!!!
Sad S'porean everdays!!! -
Fark the pap!!!Originally posted by reyes:that why SMRT and SBS are listed. govt can shed their responsibility.
big financial investment get big fat dividends from these 2 company. where do the money come from?
the poorer commuters.
#$%#% govt.
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Of course, they will forget about the need to answer to their customers.Originally posted by dragg:they will tell you "we have to answer to our shareholders."
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Everyone has the power to raise any issues. But at the end of the day, will the audience listen to the one who speaks, or will they listen to the Ruling Party?
So much for the election... -
Oh don't worry...Originally posted by -[0]-:Everyone has the power to raise any issues. But at the end of the day, will the audience listen to the one who speaks, or will they listen to the Ruling Party?
So much for the election...
when results in future GE is 50% and below...
They'll wake up... -
Have to raise fares to make more profits lah.
With the maximum number of people already squashed into the buses and trains everyday, they cannot squeeze in more passengers.
What to do? Increase fares lor.
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Can anyone here enlighten me, if the MRT is run by fuel or oil ? ?
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i WISH pap WILL BE THROWg OUT ALL2GETHER. IN NEXT GE!!!!Originally posted by ShutterBug:Oh don't worry...
when results in future GE is 50% and below...
They'll wake up... -
actuali, the electricity is also generated from natural gas from indo... theres no damn thing anyone here can do.... not hapi, find MP....Originally posted by aRcTiC_sTaR:My views on the fare hike, extracted from my blog:
Hooray, transport fares may be increased by 1 to 3 cents come October. In case you don't know, this is in today's news. Already I can hear people whining and cursing at the transport companies for raising fares yet again.
Let's get some figures first. SBS Transit recorded a profit of $55 million (that's S$55,000,000), while SMRT reported a profit of $27.5 million for the first quarter of the year. With records of these figures, you can already hear some yuppies crying foul.
"Wah nin na beh la, earn so much money liao still want to ki the fares, really make me damn du lan ar!" complains ah beng, who proceeds to light up his second cigarette*.
*costs approximately S$0.50 per stick now.
As I always say, the price of everything is increasing, but the salary is going down. When I say that, I'm referring to the lower starting pay now than compared to years ago. While generally most consumers are against the raising of fares, I will take a neutral stand and present my thoughts on this episode.
While it's true that the transport companies recorded profits, it is also known that the price of oil is ever-increasing due to the tension in the Middle-East. What has oil got to do with the MRT which runs on electricity? Where does the electricity come from? Burning your crap?
The cost of fuel increased by 40% for the companies by $10 to $30 million. Money is also spent on upgrades, and purchasing newer vehicles. We probably don't see all the figures, but whenever they upgrade or do a purchase, it involves millions.
Now let's see how the fare hike will affect us. Considering an increase of 2 cents/trip, an average Singaporean who takes 2 MRT rides and 2 bus rides a day will end up paying 8 cents more. That makes up to 56 cents/week, $2.24/month, or $26.88/year. How much does $27 mean to you?
I see people around me buying new mobile phones which can easily cost a 4-digit sum ever so frequently. If you can afford that, or even a HDTV that costs close to 5-figures, I seriously don't see how badly $27/year will affect you. You can whine all you want, but even if the fares are upped by a dollar, there isn't much you can do about it if you rely on public transport.
Now here's a relief for students - Both transport operators said that the proposed fare hikes would not affect children and student fares on concession passes or using ez-link cards. -
Look for MP?Originally posted by BrUtUs:actuali, the electricity is also generated from natural gas from indo... theres no damn thing anyone here can do.... not hapi, find MP....
Eh.. lemme tell you; NO USE!
They can't act on anything that is Dead Set by gov.
The moment their administrator sees the kind of matter you want to see MP for, they will say the MP cannot/will not handle such matters.
I been there, done that..
Forget it.. they're just puppets. -
You can't expect the MPs to oppose the government right?Originally posted by ShutterBug:Look for MP?
Eh.. lemme tell you; NO USE!
They can't act on anything that is Dead Set by gov.
The moment their administrator sees the kind of matter you want to see MP for, they will say the MP cannot/will not handle such matters.
I been there, done that..
Forget it.. they're just puppets.
They have families and children to feed too you know. -
it's make no difference, next election all the ruling parties do are to feed more bones to singaporeans, den they get voted in again.Originally posted by ShutterBug:Oh don't worry...
when results in future GE is 50% and below...
They'll wake up...