News Today: Cabinet Looks into Reduction of School Transport Fees

The Cabinet has instructed the Food Policy Committee to explore the possibility of reducing school transport fees and to submit a report within the next two weeks. According to Cabinet Spokesman, Minister Vijitha Herath, this decision follows the recent reduction in fuel prices, which has already led to a slight decrease in bus fares.

During the weekly Cabinet media conference held yesterday at the Government Information Department, Minister Herath emphasized that the report will assess how much school transport fees can be reduced to reflect the lower fuel costs. The Government’s focus is on ensuring that parents and students benefit from this reduction, which could alleviate some of the financial pressure many families face.

This move comes after widespread calls for the Government to address the high cost of living, particularly in areas that directly impact families with school-going children. The Cabinet’s decision to task the Food Policy Committee with this responsibility highlights the importance of making school transportation more affordable.