Watch: Cab Drivers To Be Blocked From Working More Than 12 Hours Under New Rules

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Y plate cab drivers will no longer be allowed to work shifts longer than 12 hours under new rules announced by Transport Minister Chris Bonett. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Lovin Malta (@lovinmalta)The measure will be enforced through the electronic platforms used by ride-hailing operators, automatically preventing drivers from continuing to accept trips once they reach the 12-hour limit.Bonett said the rules follow months of discussions with industry stakeholders and are aimed at improving both passenger safety and working conditions, including for self-employed drivers.Drivers who breach the limit will face hefty fines, while repeated offences could lead to the suspension of their licence.The minister said the changes recognise the importance of the Y plate sector while ensuring it operates safely and without putting lives at risk.Do you think a 12-hour limit will make Malta’s roads safer?•