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Lacson to gov’t: Ensure COVID-19 vaccine supplies are sufficient before implementing 'no vaccination, no ride’ policy
Senator Panfilo Lacson stated that the "no vaccination, no ride" policy is unfair if vaccine supplies are insufficient.
He questioned the availability of vaccine doses for those willing to be inoculated, highlighting potential government shortcomings.
Lacson argued against indiscriminately punishing individuals who are willing but unable to get vaccinated due to limited vaccine availability.
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) implemented the "no vaccination, no ride/entry" policy in Metro Manila during Alert Level 3 or higher.
This policy aligns with President Rodrigo Duterte's directive to limit the movement of unvaccinated individuals amidst a surge in COVID-19 cases.
Exemptions to the policy include individuals with medical conditions preventing vaccination and those purchasing essential goods and services.
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The Department of Transportation (DOTr) will implement a "no vaccination, no ride/entry" policy for public transportation starting January 17, 2022, when the National Capital Region (NCR) is under COVID-19 Alert Level 3 or higher.
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The Department of Transportation (DOTr) began implementing the 'No Vaccination, No Ride' policy in Metro Manila on Monday, January 17, 2022.
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