The Bahamas Taxicab Union (BTCU) is gearing up for intensified industrial action, citing unresolved grievances and accusing the government of failing to curb illegal operations that undermine taxi drivers’ livelihoods. Union President Tyrone Butler expressed frustration over livery drivers allegedly soliciting passengers in areas reserved for taxis, with major hubs like Atlantis, Nassau Cruise Port, and Lynden Pindling International Airport enabling the practice. Butler warned of escalating unrest, stating, ‘We can’t continue to operate where the government is allowing one fraction of society to operate illegally.’ He also criticized Transport and Energy Minister JoBeth Coleby-Davis for allegedly favoring livery drivers, claiming she supports their right to operate despite legal violations. The dispute, which escalated earlier this year, led to a formal request for legal guidance from the Office of the Attorney General regarding the Road Traffic Act. The Ministry of Transport and Energy emphasized its commitment to a fair and modern regulatory framework but acknowledged the conflict stems from differing interpretations of the law. Recent protests outside Nassau Cruise Port, which resulted in arrests of two taxi drivers, underscored the union’s determination to be heard. Butler expressed satisfaction with the union’s efforts to highlight their concerns but warned of further unrest if the government continues to ignore the issue.