The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) has ordered 21 transport network companies to explain discrepancies flagged in the distribution of fuel subsidies to drivers in the ride-hailing sector.
The agency issued show-cause orders requiring the firms to submit written explanations and supporting documents regarding their operations and compliance with existing rules.
The LTFRB said the inquiry stemmed from a verification process involving government personnel that found irregularities in the reported number of subsidy beneficiaries.
According to the agency, the review raised questions on whether the discrepancies resulted from lapses in compliance or issues in the companies’ monitoring of their driver networks.
The LTFRB also asked companies to provide lists of drivers previously submitted to the Department of Social Welfare and Development, along with corresponding vehicle details.
Firms were instructed to account for units that may have ceased operations, transferred to other platforms, or were not properly monitored under their systems.
A hearing has been set for May 14, where company representatives were directed to appear and respond to the findings.
The LTFRB said the investigation remains ongoing and that appropriate actions will be taken based on evidence gathered during the proceedings.