NCR Plus to remain under GCQ with heightened restrictions until May 31

The NCR Plus, encompassing Metro Manila and the provinces of Bulacan, Rizal, Cavite, and Laguna, will be under general community quarantine (GCQ) with heightened restrictions from May 15 to May 31, 2021.

Several other provinces and cities nationwide will also be under GCQ with heightened restrictions during the same period, including Apayao, Baguio City, Benguet, Kalinga, Mountain Province, Abra, Cagayan, Isabela, Nueva Vizcaya, Batangas, Quezon, Puerto Princesa, Iligan City, Davao City, and Lanao del Sur.

Areas placed under modified enhanced community quarantine (MECQ) include the City of Santiago, Quirino, Ifugao, and Zamboanga City, while the rest of the country remains under modified GCQ.

Heightened restrictions in the NCR Plus will permit only essential travel in and out of the area.

Public transportation will operate under Department of Transportation guidelines, and active transportation use will be encouraged.

Indoor dining in NCR Plus will be limited to 20% capacity, while outdoor dining can operate at 50% capacity.

Outdoor tourist attractions are allowed to open at 30% capacity, with strict adherence to health standards.

Religious gatherings and necrological services are permitted up to 10% of venue capacity.

Non-contact sports in outdoor settings and personal care services that do not require mask removal are allowed at 30% capacity.

Individuals aged 18 to 65 years old are permitted to leave their residences in GCQ areas with heightened restrictions, but entertainment venues and indoor tourist attractions will remain closed.