Manila Bulletin
51 NCR barangays under granular lockdown ahead of pilot testing on Sept. 8
Metro Manila will begin a pilot project for granular lockdowns on September 8 to potentially replace stricter community quarantine measures.
Interior Secretary Eduardo Año announced the pilot testing would commence on the said date, with recommendations to be submitted to President Rodrigo Duterte for approval.
Trade Secretary Ramon Lopez believes granular lockdowns are more beneficial for the economy compared to prolonged restrictive quarantine periods, as more businesses are expected to operate.
The Philippine National Police, led by PNP chief Police General Guillermo Eleazar, stated its personnel are ready to assist in enforcing the pilot testing.
PNP chief Police General Guillermo Eleazar noted that granular lockdowns are seen by the government as a solution to balance economic reopening and COVID-19 control.
Currently, 51 barangays in Metro Manila are already imposing granular lockdowns.
The OCTA Research Group stressed that while granular lockdowns may help lower COVID-19 transmission, they may need more manpower from local government units (LGUs) to ensure effectiveness.
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