The Ministry of Transport has said, it is following closely the ongoing discussions on the Road Safety Towing Service to be able to make an informed decision on its fate.
Parliament's select committee on roads and transport on Monday announced a revised form of the levy for road users, which would among other things help prevent accidents on Ghana's roads caused by abandoned vehicles.
A section of the public is horrified at the decision to impose between Ghc 20-Ghc 200 on vehicle owners and motorcyclists during the acquisition of a road worthy certificate, to cater for the cost of broken down vehicles towed from the country’s roads.
But a statement signed by the Transport Minister Kweku Ofori Asiamah stated that they are yet to set a date for the commencement of the towing service after consultation with various stakeholders including the Parliamentary select committee on Roads and Transport.
The minister also assured the citizenry that the views of all stakeholders will be considered before any decision is taken.
Meanwhile, even before the towing service starts or otherwise, the Private Road Transport Union(GPRTU) has thrown its weight behind the controversial levy, arguing that it will bring some sanity to the country's roads.Â
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