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NCR mayors seek more police support during ECQ: DILG
The mayors of Metro Manila requested additional Philippine National Police (PNP) officers for deployment to vaccination sites, aid distribution points, and borders during the enhanced community quarantine (ECQ).
Interior Secretary Eduardo Año confirmed that these additional police personnel will also be assigned to markets and supermarkets to maintain order and enforce public health standards.
Individuals receiving COVID-19 vaccines are considered authorized persons outside of residence (APOR) during the ECQ.
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) stated that local government units (LGUs) may distribute financial aid manually due to limited time and lack of smartphones among beneficiaries.
Metro Manila will be under ECQ from August 6 to August 20 to curb the spread of the COVID-19 Delta variant, with the Department of Health warning of a potential surge in cases to 15,000 daily if the ECQ is not implemented.
Stricter border controls will be in place, allowing only cargo vessels and APORs, who must present valid identification, to enter the NCR.
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