Manila Bulletin
LGU chiefs to be consulted on easing of age restrictions in GCQ areas --- DOH
Individuals aged 10 to 65 years old will be allowed outdoors in areas under Modified General Community Quarantine (MGCQ) starting February 1, 2021.
This eases the previous restriction that only permitted those between 15 and 65 years old to leave their residences.
Local government units (LGUs) are encouraged to adopt similar relaxations for areas under General Community Quarantine (GCQ).
However, the easing of age restrictions in Metro Manila and other GCQ areas will be subject to consultation with local chief executives, according to the Department of Health (DOH).
Barangay officials will be tasked with strictly monitoring the observance of health protocols for those allowed outdoors.
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Metro Manila mayors will recommend extending the General Community Quarantine (GCQ) classification for the National Capital Region (NCR) until February.
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