In Withdrawalthefts are becoming an increasingly common situation more growing and complex: in recent weeks, from the company Trenes Argentinos They reported that the criminals stole even the light bulbs in the bathrooms. That is why, starting this week, the company will require users to leave their backpacks or bags in lockers when they enter the restrooms.
The controversial measure taken by Trenes Argentinos in Retiro
A particular situation has been experienced at the Retiro train station for quite some time. The insecurity reaches even the bathrooms of the place, which are victims of vandalism and various thefts: the criminals have reached steal toilet lids, lights, bulbs and more.
So far, the task has not involved much work. The thieves entered the bathrooms and took the stolen items in their backpack, without raising suspicions.
However, Trenes Argentinos took action on the matter and communicated a striking measure that already governs the station. Starting this week, all users who want to enter the bathroom They must leave their backpack or bag in lockers.
Gaston Ibarrapart of the Institutional Relations and Press Management of Trenes Argentinos, gave details about the measure implemented: “It was a bathroom that was permanently vandalized. There were many robberies and, based on that, some lockers were installed“.
The decision came after thefts have increased recently, which produced an increase in funds what should allocate the company to alleviate the cases.
In total, they are 16 cabins which are located outside the bathrooms. Each of them has a padlock with a key, which will be delivered only by security personnel, who will be in charge of your care.
Users who approached the aforementioned train station found out about the curious measure through a sign attached to the wall announcing that it is “It is prohibited to enter with backpacks and bags” and then details the steps to follow. At the moment, this system is only implemented in Retiro and other stations are not expected to incorporate it.
Trains: the Ministry of Transportation called a public hearing to set new rates
He Ministry of Transportation issued a Resolution in which it formalizes the implementation of a citizen participation procedure for the modification of international rail service rates. In detail, the call is for the transportation of passengers between Posadas, Argentina, and Encarnación, Paraguay.
The Resolution 42/2024 published in the Official Gazette refers to article 42 of the National Constitution, which guarantees the right of consumers to a adequate information, truthful and conditions of decent treatment. Furthermore, it is also mentioned law 26,352which reorganizes railway activity, focusing on user as management axis.
In this sense, reference is made to the principle of “Effective administrative protection“, which implies the obligation to carry out public hearings either consultations when required by law. In this way, the participation of those interested in the topic is encouraged and allowed, in this case, the establishment of railway rates.
On the other hand, it also provides a legal framework that requires the participation of users and consumers in tariff issues and the regulation of public serviceswith mechanisms that guarantee access to information, although citizens’ opinions are not binding. In this way, the Government’s resolution formally opened, just over two weeks ago, the public consultation procedure on railway rates for the service between Posadas and Encarnación.
Although citizens are invited to participate presenting their opinions and proposalswhich will be considered, the query It will not be binding.
Source: Ambito
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