Independent MLA Thomas Emerson says the ACT Government is not taking the impact of the fuel crisis seriously enough, labelling a recent public transport fare announcement as inadequate and overly complex.
The member for Kurrajong was responding to the Chief Minister’s announcement of reduced monthly fare caps, arguing the changes were unlikely to shift commuter behaviour.
“While it’s positive to see the ACT Government taking some action, what’s been announced is unlikely to encourage Canberrans out of their cars on to public transport,” Emerson said.
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