Public transport restrictions to be eased

Sydney’s public transport social distancing restrictions will likely be eased in the coming weeks as the government anticipates patronage to surge past the existing coronavirus limitations.

Transport Minister Andrew Constance said social distancing would not be completely scrapped on the network, but he foreshadowed impending changes to restrictions.

“We are continuing to see growth return. In due course, obviously, we’re going to see greater capacity on the network,” Mr Constance said.

“With the easing of restrictions across the community, naturally more people are going to be riding the network. We’re catering for that.”

One approach may be staggered working hours for businesses with large staff units. Transport for NSW is already in discussion with CommBank and Westpac to trial a staggered working day.

Read the full article on The Sydney Morning Herald.