The Rail, Tram and Bus Union and the Transport Workers Union have set up a National Day of Respect for Public Transport Workers on Wednesday and have asked the public to say thanks to those who provide services throughout the day. The commuters are being asked to say "thank you" to public transport workers out of respect for slain bus driver Manmeet Sharma. Manmeet was set alight at a Moorooka bus stop on October 28.
RTBU National President Phil Altieri said Manmeet Sharma was a widely respected man in the Queensland transport industry who will be missed.
TWU Queensland Secretary Peter Biagini said many workers had been left "reeling" by the tragedy.
There are many incidences where drivers were assaulted by passengers. As per TransLink spokesperson, some measures have been implemented to ensure safety and security of Drivers and Passengers.
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