www.economica.net/primaria-bucuresti-anunta-primel
Bucharest City Hall announced measures to improve efficiency at STB following significant issues. Key initiatives include digitalization, staff reductions, and renegotiation of labor contracts. The introduction of electronic tracking for vehicle mileage and fuel consumption aims to minimize discrepancies. Ticket purchasing options will expand through partnerships and new payment methods. The staff structure will see a reduction of 1,709 positions, targeting those with disciplinary issues. Additionally, the number of salary bonuses has been decreased, and severance packages have been cut. The focus is on enhancing internal repair capabilities to reduce reliance on external firms. Mayor Ciprian Ciucu emphasized the dire financial situation but assured that public transport services will remain stable.
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