Manila Bulletin
Listing of unvaxxed individuals must not violate right to privacy; restrict access to goods, services
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) reminded barangay officials that compiling a list of unvaccinated residents must not infringe upon their right to privacy or restrict their access to essential goods and services.
CHR spokesperson lawyer Jacqueline Ann de Guia emphasized that the pandemic cannot be used as an excuse to disregard laws and human rights standards that protect human dignity.
De Guia also highlighted that upholding human rights remains an important consideration in crafting and implementing policies addressing the pandemic.
The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) had ordered barangay officials to identify and list unvaccinated residents following President Duterte's order to restrict their movement.
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) has also adopted a "No Vaccine, No Ride" policy in public transportation in the National Capital Region.
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