A review of the Island’s minibus industry by the Public Service Vehicles Licensing Board is set to be completed next month, according to Transport Minister Shawn Crockwell.

Speaking in the House of Assembly this morning, Mr Crockwell said that while minibuses are regulated by policy, taxis are regulated by legislation, which has led to friction between the industries.

“Taxi owners believe that they should get priority for business over minibus operators because of the value of their permits as well as the fact that they are heavily regulated through provisions of law,” Mr Crockwell said.

He also noted that he has received complaints that some minibus operators have been plying for hire in taxi stands, which he said is not permissible or acceptable.

“In the near future, I intend to bring forth much needed legislation for the introduction of regulations for the minibus industry,” Mr Crockwell said. “This will not create balance and fairness within the transport sector, but it would provide statutory fares, terms and conditions for operating a minibus.”

In the meantime, he said all statuatory provisions and policies will be enforced and those caught in breach will be ticketed and could face losing their permit.