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 Sanan reiterated the union's support for the acquisition of the buses, either through outright purchase or leasing. He said the buses would help save energy cost.

 However, the union urged the government to scrap the planned installation of the electronic ticketing system, which could hurt at least 9,000 employees. It also viewed that the global positioning system (GSP) is not necessary.

The National Economic and Social Development Board announced on Monday that it would need two months to consider whether the government should proceed with the bus plan, rather than the previous 1-month schedule.

 Interior Minister Chaovarat Charnveerakul, as leader of Bhum Jai Thai, said on Tuesday that he did not mind the delay but said that it woudl affect the public service.

 

Transport Minister Sophon Saram said that Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva should not base his decision on this scheme on social pressure. He noted that the project won public supports, despite criticisms from those who have never used the public transport service.