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The countrywide bus strike to be launched tomorrow was called off after discussions with Finance Minister Ravi Karunanayake, Lanka Private Bus Owners’ Association (LPBOA) Chairman Gemunu Wijeratne said a short while ago.

The private bus operators had earlier warned they would launch the strike from tomorrow if the government did not rescind its decision to impose a minimum penalty of Rs.2,500 for traffic offences.

Mr. Wijeratne told Daily Mirror that the finance minister assured them he would decide on this matter after he takes it up at tomorrow’s Cabinet meeting.

He said another meeting has been scheduled with the finance minister tomorrow evening. (Chaturanga Pradeep)

 

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  • Passenger Tuesday, 15 November 2016 07:57 AM

    Who the hell is Gemunu to ask the FM to resind the fine for traffic offences, does he travel in his buses to know how these drivers behave on the roads/ loud music and they are also on their phones they done issue tickets they are dirty and even rude let them strike they will have to suffer the loss

    NAF Tuesday, 15 November 2016 05:12 PM

    Not a fine its Bribe to Police

    Harith Tuesday, 15 November 2016 11:05 AM

    This Gemunnu is a strong UNP guy. He even contested under UNP. Not surprising that the government will bend down to what he says.

    Iran Tuesday, 15 November 2016 10:38 AM

    See who is governing the country now.

    Ramore Tuesday, 15 November 2016 10:27 AM

    Blaming to politicians is meaningless because we are the ones who send this buggers to parliament. they are the decision makers all we have to do is "dena deyak kaala wena deyak balagen siteema" until next election comes. This circle will never change

    Loyanage Tuesday, 15 November 2016 09:32 AM

    Let the ppl know why Gemunu cancelled the planned strike during Rajapaksa era. They say It was for a personal reason

    TONY Tuesday, 15 November 2016 09:09 AM

    HEAVY FINES FOR ROAD OFFENSES IS A MUST. THOSE WHO OPPOSE IT ARE THE ONES WHO WANTS VIOLATE THE RULES AND CAUSE INDISCIPLINE

    KDZ Tuesday, 15 November 2016 08:45 AM

    At least now take a stand instead of bowing down to these goons. Or will this times budget also be like the previous one?

    kaboos Tuesday, 15 November 2016 08:33 AM

    Finance minister should not allow Gamunu dictate terms to the government . No amendments to the budget please.

    Independent Tuesday, 15 November 2016 08:30 AM

    Same with Yahapalana govt. How many times did they bent towards their requests. How many times did the public sector went on striking?

    cp Tuesday, 15 November 2016 08:29 AM

    let them strike ... atleast the government will improve the CTB busses trains without spending for their super luxury vehicles via DM iOS App

    Lanka Banana Tuesday, 15 November 2016 08:27 AM

    Will this fine be imposed on Politicians, armed forced and police vehicles.

    Lanka Banana Tuesday, 15 November 2016 08:25 AM

    Like last year budget "Honorable Speaker" will remain.

    The Realist Monday, 14 November 2016 07:37 PM

    Why am I not surprised to read this? Oh yes, the government as always, bending down to these pathetic and murderous unions. How many more should die at the hands of these murderous bus drivers, for the government to wake up?!?! Shame on all the corrupt and disgusting politicians! Shame!!!

    Justicia Tuesday, 15 November 2016 07:37 AM

    Only shows that they are well aware that they break all rules when they drive.

    Yahapalanaya Tuesday, 15 November 2016 07:35 AM

    What ever said said done, such blatant protests are possible under Yahapalanaya. In the past by now, all would have been searching for Gemunu Wijeratne.in the next world. Also not to forget, all because of Yahapalanaya we have such a unruly wilful band (lead by a shady character ), who are able to incite (and pull strings) to get others to dance to their tunes .

    dham Tuesday, 15 November 2016 07:05 AM

    Whoever break the law subject to a panelty only way improve there behaviour in roads. via DM Android App

    Kadiya Tuesday, 15 November 2016 07:01 AM

    Pusswedilla!!!

    Jigsaw Jakson Tuesday, 15 November 2016 06:44 AM

    Call Gemunu, let him call a strike, he cant strike forever now can he? not with todays cost of living, leasing installments, and get the 3 forces to run the key alternative routs, this bugger should be thought a good lesson.

    Leo Tuesday, 15 November 2016 05:56 AM

    Either way these guys will not strike as they will be the losers if they do. via DM Android App

    Henry Tuesday, 15 November 2016 05:12 AM

    High time to consider of having a state run transport system as done in other countries where commuters would get to a train or a bus from the nearest stop to their residents. Less traffic, No hassle, No threats by thugs!

    sunil Tuesday, 15 November 2016 04:54 AM

    Why the government has to giving in to these law breakers.Don't change your good decision at any cost. Greats like Sir John and JRJ dealt with this kind of bullying. Don't forget , we have a well trained

    hitapangmachan Tuesday, 15 November 2016 04:29 AM

    MARA is the correct man for him to reply he is the one treat him nicely temple trees via DM iOS App

    dd Monday, 14 November 2016 07:56 PM

    hahahha i said but published my comment via DM Android App

    Sick of Politician Monday, 14 November 2016 07:55 PM

    No surprise at all.

    ANTON Monday, 14 November 2016 07:45 PM

    WHO IS THIS BUGGER ???


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