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Ban on ‘hatid-sundo’ of APORs incurs ‘additional burden’ – CHR
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) has called the Philippine National Police's (PNP) ban on the 'hatid-sundo' scheme for authorized persons outside of residence (APORs) during enhanced community quarantine (ECQ) an "additional burden".
CHR Spokesperson Jacqueline Ann de Guia stated that the mobility of APORs is crucial during ECQ, and banning this practice jeopardizes their ability to perform their duties in combating the pandemic.
De Guia argued that the ban would expose APORs to a higher risk of infection, as there is no guarantee of sufficient public utility vehicles (PUVs) during ECQ.
However, PNP Chief Gen. Guillermo T. Eleazar countered that the 50 percent capacity of public transport would be enough for APORs.
Eleazar also warned that the 'hatid-sundo' scheme might be abused by non-APORs using it as an excuse to go out.
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