THE ban on buses enforced by the government of Manila this week is illegal and aggrieved bus firms can challenge it in court, the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) said on Thursday.

LTFRB Executive Director Roberto Cabrera 3rd said the confusion among motorists and commuters brought about by the Manila’s new traffic scheme maybe questioned in court because a city ordinance cannot override franchises issued by the Board.

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