00:00Fair Hikes in LRT 1 will start on April 2.
00:04According to DOTR, it is necessary for the operation, maintenance, and extension of the line to Cavite to be safe.
00:12For single journey tickets, the maximum fare will be increased from the previous 45 pesos to 55 pesos,
00:20while the new fare will be increased from the previous 15 pesos to 20 pesos on the Stored Value Card.
00:27According to DOTR, the fare will be lower than the initial 20-peso increase
00:33and it should be implemented for a longer period of time for better service to the commuters.
00:38First, Malacanang said that even if the government wants the Fair Hike not to continue,
00:44there is a contract that should be followed.
00:47Palace Press Officer Attorney Claire Castro said that it will be a bigger problem for the commuters
00:54if the government's contract for the management of the LRT is not followed.
