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“On the Verge of Losing Their Licenses” – Bus Drivers on Strike

Published March 27, 2026, 07:02
“On the Verge of Losing Their Licenses” – Bus Drivers on Strike

Bus drivers held a two-hour work stoppage (9:00 AM - 11:00 AM) protesting the speed camera system and its impact on their professional licenses. Despite repeated interventions, no substantial solution has been provided to the problem, resulting in many drivers being on the verge of losing their licenses due to accumulated penalty points, not for speeding, but because of the system. The drivers are demanding the installation of warning systems for red lights to avoid sudden braking, which endangers passengers. They point out that buses cannot be stopped abruptly due to their size and the lack of seatbelts for passengers. They do not rule out escalating their measures if there is no political will to resolve the problem. Incidents of passenger injuries due to sudden braking have been reported, while drivers say they refuse to follow specific routes that include lights with cameras. The situation has caused outrage and anger among drivers, who express fears for the future of public transport.