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DTI shuts down gyms, spas, internet cafes in NCR Plus bubble for 2 weeks
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) ordered the temporary closure of gyms, fitness centers, spas, full body massage places, and internet cafes within Metro Manila and its adjacent provinces for two weeks, from March 22 to April 4.
This measure is in response to the surge of COVID-19 cases, with the Philippines recording a record 8,109 new cases on March 22.
The DTI released a Memorandum Circular No. 21-11, series of 2021, to implement these temporary measures and enhance compliance monitoring.
The decision aligns with the agreement of Metro Manila mayors and the NCR Plus bubble policy, which restricts movement in and out of Metro Manila, Bulacan, Cavite, Rizal, and Laguna for non-essential travel.
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The Philippine government has implemented stricter quarantine measures, creating an 'NCR Plus' bubble encompassing Metro Manila, Rizal, Bulacan, Cavite, and Laguna, effective from March 22 to April 4.
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The 17 mayors of Metro Manila have unanimously voted to suspend the operations of gyms, spas, and internet cafes within their jurisdictions until April 4, 2021.
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The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has ordered the temporary closure of traditional cinemas, gaming arcades, museums, driving schools, libraries, cultural centers, limited social events, and tourist attractions for two weeks due to rising COVID-19 cases.
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Gyms, fitness centers, and spas in the NCR Plus bubble can continue to operate at 50% to 75% capacity, with the decision ultimately resting on local government units (LGUs) to impose further restrictions.
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The 'NCR Plus' bubble, comprising Metro Manila, Bulacan, Cavite, Laguna, and Rizal, began an enhanced community quarantine (ECQ) on March 29, 2021, and it will last until April 4, 2021, in response to a surge in COVID-19 cases.
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