Manila Bulletin
Mayor Isko: I will issue show-cause orders vs retailers for overpriced N95 masks
Manila City Mayor Francisco "Isko Moreno" Domagoso ordered the Manila Business Processing Office to issue show cause orders against merchandisers who allegedly sold overpriced facemasks.
The local government received reports that some stores have been selling face masks, originally priced at P30, up to P200.
Domagoso stated that he will not allow abuse to take place during this situation.
He warned that should the suppliers fail to explain themselves, their business permits may be revoked.
Authorities are currently distributing the remaining stocks of face masks in the city's hospitals and health centers while planning to acquire more.
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