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Final Stage of
Reforms has

Started

WESTERN
AUSTRALIA
NEWS The overhaul of the taxi and on-demand transport

industry in Western Australia has entered its third and
final stage.

The transition to passenger transport driver (PTD)
authorisations completes the reform package that has
been implemented over the last two years under the
Transport (Road Passenger Services) Act 2018.

The reform has seen on-demand booking services,
vehicles and now Passenger Transport Drivers require
authorisation and to accept new safety obligations
and responsibilities.

WA Transport Minister Rita Saffioti says, "The historic
on-demand transport reforms we have implemented
have delivered a safer and more accountable industry
for passengers, drivers and other road users."

"The reforms have also provided more flexibility for
those working in the industry, allowing them to better
tailor their businesses to suit their needs and adapt to
changing customer requirements."

From July 1, 2020, drivers entering the passenger
transport industry must apply for the new PTD
authorisation, while drivers already working in the
industry have 12 months to transition to the new
arrangement.
"This final stage of reform - the move to PTD
authorisations - clarifies in regulation what constitutes
a fit and proper person to transport passengers,
adding to the culture of safety that is at the heart of
the industry reform", said Minister Saffioti.

"I recognise that change is not always easy and
I commend the passenger transport industry for
coming with us on this journey."

24 DRIVE A2B magazine · www.drivea2b.com.au · July 2020