Driver safety screens fitted to buses

Auckland Council and the Government have confirmed funding for the installation of bus driver safety screens to enhance the safety and security of bus drivers in Auckland. Mayor Wayne Brown, along with Ritchies Transport chief executive Michele Kernahan and Auckland Transport chief executive Dean Kimpton, unveiled the first batch of screens being installed on the city’s bus fleet. With the goal of installing screens on 80% of buses by July 2026, Transport Minister Simeon Brown welcomed the initiative, emphasizing the importance of ensuring a safe working environment for bus drivers through this investment.

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