Manila Bulletin
Poll official cites need for their field personnel to be vaccinated against COVID-19
Comelec spokesperson James Jimenez is urging the government to prioritize poll officers and personnel involved in voter registration for COVID-19 vaccination.
Jimenez highlighted that election officers and assistants working in voter registration centers face daily risks of COVID-19 infection due to the nature of their work.
He also pointed out that personnel who will serve as electoral boards on election day are exposed to the virus for extended periods and should also be prioritized.
The current vaccination program primarily targets healthcare workers and other front-liners.
The nationwide voter registration is scheduled to conclude on September 30, 2021.
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