The Taxi and Livery Commission held its first in a series of industry meetings on the proposed tariffs for the Virgin Islands on Virgin Gorda on Monday, June 3.

The meeting discussed the proposed tariffs which outlines the new rates that taxi and livery operators will be required to adhere to. The engagement with taxi operators on Virgin Gorda is said to have generated lively discussions.

Senior Research Analyst from the Premier's Office Mr. Joseph Rosan said the meeting was the first stage in the collection of data from the operators. Following the Territory wide meetings, operators will be re-engaged on the practicality of the proposed rates they have submitted.

The meeting on Virgin Gorda was attended by:

• Minister for Communications and Works, Honourable Kye M. Rymer
• Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Communications and Works, Mrs. Elvia Smith-Maduro
• Chairman of the Taxi and Livery Commission Board, Ms. Lorna Christopher
• Director of the Taxi and Livery Commission, Mr. Jevaughn Parsons
• Acting Director of the Department of Motor Vehicles, Mr. Gregory Skelton, and other ministry officials.

The schedule of upcoming meetings is as follows:

The Taxi and Livery Commission is committed to working closely with the taxi operators to ensure fair and reasonable tariffs for the Virgin Islands.