News for Public Transportation Israel's Draft Law: Knesset comes full circleCoalition agreements include changes to religious status quo in Israel, aim to legislate Draft Law initially approved in 2018. Changes in public transportation due to rocket fireTransportation Min. Director General holds urgent meeting to discuss preparations, management, of public transportation under rocket fire.How will buses and trains operate during lockdown?Buses, trains, to operate at 50% capacity, during limited hours. B'tsalmo protests against metro plan that doesn't include stops in Bnei Brak'Unthinkable' to pay tens of millions in programs so haredim can work, but deny them access to transportation there, organization says. Agudat Yisrael chief: 'Haifa's haredi community is still under lockdown'Head of Agudat Yisrael in Haifa says closure of intercity buses before holiday unfairly affects haredi community. Public transportation to resume on weekendsCity bus lines will continue to run on weekends, but canceled lines will not resume operations, Transportation Ministry decides. Public transportation won't be canceled - yetTransportation Min. Smotrich says public transportation will be reduced, but not eliminated, calls on public to use it only when necessary. Criers in haredi neighborhoods: 'Watch out for coronavirus!'Criers on loudspeakers take to streets in haredi sector to clarify importance of Health Ministry guidelines to deal with pandemic.Public transportation to be halted on nights, weekendsNo buses, trains to operate after 8 PM or from Thursday night until Sunday morning. Changes to public transportation go into effectAs of Monday evening, changes were made to the public transportation routes as part of the attempt to prevent the spread of coronavirus. These are the decisions regarding public transportationTransportation Min. Smotrich urges: 'Only travel if absolutely necessary,' says 'passengers will only be able to pay with Rav Kav cards.' Prepaid Rav Kavs can be used in Judea and SamariaIn first, Judea and Samaria's residents and tourists can now load Rav Kav cards for use on buses in the area. 'Public Sabbath desecration is a gross act of defiance'Haredi minister takes aim at public transportation on Sabbath, Blue and White leader slaps back. Transportation reform: What about the children?'Instead of hundreds of drivers from whom we could obtain tickets, we are getting dozens of machines, most of which don’t accept cash.'Bus, train fares drop significantly across IsraelTraveling between cities? New reform going into effect Wednesday may save you money. Yesh Atid pushes for public transportation on ShabbatMinisterial Committee on Legislation to discuss opposition bill to permit public transportation on Shabbat. Mevasseret Zion residents: We're being completely ignoredMevasseret Zion residents fight opening Harel tunnels, claim construction has made their lives 'unbearable.' Egged drivers threaten to 'shut down the country''If the government doesn't deliver subsidies by next week,' demonstrators warn, 'we will shut the country down.' Bnei Brak roads to be closed to private trafficTo combat the stand-still traffic in the central haredi city, local officials have revealed a plan to turn the main roads into HOV lanes. Haredim to promote law on Shabbat status quoFollowing campaign for public transportation on Shabbat, haredi parties to promote law preventing change in the status quo. Passengers can now board buses from back door tooRav-Kav transport card holders in the greater Tel Aviv area will be able to board the bus from the back doors, starting Monday. New public transport discounts to roll out in Dec.The discounts cover minors, parents with strollers, recipients of National Insurance benefits, the disabled and blind, and unpaid soldiers. IDF Instructs Soldiers: Don't Sleep on BusesAs terror wave worsens, Israel's military issues new guidelines for soldiers to maintain personal security. Bill: Limit Public Transport StrikesUTJ MK Yisrael Eichler submits motion to prevent 'abuse' of strikes in essential professions after latest Egged strike strands thousands. 'Man of the People'? Benny Begin Spotted on TrainSocial media frenzy over Begin on Jerusalem light rail; minister reportedly rejects using private transport despite gov't car. Kahlon: I'll Work Towards Shabbat Public TransitIncoming Finance Minister says public transportation on Shabbat is a "social issue". Shabbat Bus Service to Run in JerusalemPrivately-funded Friday night buses to run from Pisgat Ze'ev to city center and back; drivers to be non-Jews. Meretz MK Moves to Ban MKs from Driving on ShabbatMK Tamar Zandberg says bill proposal is response to Transport Minister Yisrael Katz's prevention of public transport on Shabbat. Druze Council Nominates Min. Katz for Israel PrizeTransportation Min. Yisrael Katz nominated for Israel Prize, protestors picket his home over no public transport on Shabbat. Katz Attacks 'Leftist Hypocrite' on FacebookAfter sarcastic message invites citizens to ask Yisrael Katz for rides, Katz retorts: public transportation on Shabbat? Ask Buji Herzog!Report: Israeli Buses Need More 'Fast Lanes'According to a Transportation Ministry study, public transportation in Israeli metropolitan areas is considerably slower than it is abroad. Major Upgrade to Judea-Samaria Public Transport18 bus lines added to the region as impractical bus system is overhauled; Ministry of Transport cites security considerations. Ya'alon to Ban Palestinian Arab Workers from BusesSudden reversal of April 2013 decision may reduce terror, nearly one year after formal hearing on harassment and security issues. Ariel Residents Warn of Danger from PA WorkersResidents of Ariel protest over the danger presented by Arab workers who used the public buses for Jews living in Samaria. Samaria Buses 'Pressure Cooker About To Blow'Knesset committee discusses the danger faced by Samaria residents since Arab undocumented workers allowed on buses. Yechimovich: No Bus Fare? Drink Whipping CreamMK Shelly Yechimovich has harsh words for Finance Minister Yair Lapid over a rise in public transportation fares. US Consulate Tells Employees: Stay Off SherutsAfter Bat Yam bus bombing Sunday, US Consulate General releases notice banning employees from riding Sherut shuttles. Ariel Launches Campaign Against LikudResidents of Judea/Samaria city launch web campaign against party, after Transportation Ministry refuses to fix bus crisis. Buses to Capital and Inside It – to Halt AgainBecause of icy roads, bus traffic on Highway 1 has been halted, and buses inside Jerusalem will stop. Drivers asked to avoid all roads. MK: Govt Strict with Yeshivas, BusesGets BillionsMKs take Finance Ministry to task over massive subsidies for Egged bus company.Public Transport in Judea, Samaria a 'Nightmare'Horror stories at Knesset hearing tell of Arab sexual, physical assaults, claims Jewish residents often cannot safely get home. Haifa Launches ‘Metronit’ SystemThe city of Haifa has launched a special fast bus system, the Metronit, aimed at reducing traffic and commuting times. Meretz Campaign: Sabbath Desecration, Gay WeddingThe far-left Meretz party with an MK ‘marrying’ three couples in response to Jewish Home MK’s statement. Tri-State Commuters Crawling Back to WorkMost commuters on Thursday in NY, NJ and CT had no choice but to drive, clogging roads into a crawl following Hurricane Sandy's destruction. Tel Aviv Rabbis Launch Shabbat CampaignOver 50 rabbis in Tel Aviv have signed onto a Shabbat education campaign after officials call for public transport on the day of rest. Tel Aviv Approves Public Transportation on ShabbatIgnoring tradition, Tel Aviv City Council approves proposal for public transportation on Shabbat, Transportation Min. nixes it. TA Officials Really, Really Want Shabbat BusesThe Tel Aviv City Council is set to meet Monday night to discuss plans to enact public transportation in the city on Shabbat. |
