TUSS responsibilities for ODBSs

Under the Transport (Road Passenger Services) Act 2018, ODBSs providing rank or hail (taxi) services have a range of responsibilities related to TUSS.

TUSS responsibilities for ODBSs

Under the Transport (Road Passenger Services) Act 2018, ODBSs providing rank or hail (taxi) services have a range of responsibilities related to TUSS.

ODBSs must:

  • ensure TUSS vouchers are accepted as payment or part payment of fares;
  • not direct passenger transport drivers or passenger transport vehicle providers to refuse TUSS vouchers;
  • keep relevant records related to TUSS bookings and journeys;
  • report to the CEO on specified matters relating to subsidies; and 
  • take steps to prevent improper or fraudulent use of TUSS vouchers.
     
Opens in a new window Transport (Road Passenger Services) Act 2018
Transport (Road Passenger Services) Regulations 2020

Submitting co-payment data

To support the validation of co-payment claims, relevant ODBSs must submit a copy of their booking records to DoT via their DoTDirect account. 

Visit How to submit co-payment data for more information.

Page last updated: Thu Nov 9 2023 10:15:38 AM