General
In supplementary public transport, the driver is a 'psychologist, companion and chauffeur all in one'
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Drivers in Dutch care transport, used by over a million people, receive specialized training. Due to severe staff shortages, regular taxi drivers are now being deployed for these roles. The work requires a personal commitment, as drivers must serve as psychologists, companions, and chauffeurs simultaneously.
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