Manila Bulletin
Labor group insists gov't provide rides for those returning to work under MECQ
Labor group Kilusang Mayo Uno (KMU) insists the government should provide transportation for workers returning to work under the modified enhanced community quarantine (MECQ).
KMU secretary-general Jerome Adonis stated that workers should not be made to suffer from walking long distances, especially since public transportation remains banned.
He emphasized that safe transportation is crucial for workers who want to contribute to the economy, noting that firms cannot guarantee sufficient transport for their employees.
KMU is also calling for the resumption of public transportation like trains, buses, and jeepneys, along with safety guidelines, to facilitate travel in Metro Manila.
The labor group also demands mass testing, hazard pay, and strict safety measures in workplaces for returning employees.
Additionally, KMU requested financial aid for transport workers who lost their livelihood and urged against phasing out jeepneys due to the crisis.
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