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Senators slam DOTr’s ‘poor planning, lack of foresight’ for commuters
Senate Minority Leader Franklin Drilon attributed the transportation chaos in Metro Manila on the first day of the general community quarantine (GCQ) to a lack of foresight and insensitivity by the government.
Drilon stated that the Department of Transportation (DOTr) could have implemented better measures to address the mobility needs of workers, emphasizing the importance of ensuring they can reach their workplaces safely to facilitate economic recovery.
Senator Nancy Binay also criticized the DOTr, suggesting officials should experience commuting themselves to better understand the struggles of ordinary citizens.
The senators praised security forces for assisting stranded commuters and encouraged employers to provide shuttle services for their employees.
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