Manila Bulletin
'No Vax, No Ride' lifted as NCR eases to Alert Level 2
The "no vaccination, no ride" policy for commuters in Metro Manila will be lifted starting February 1, 2022, as the National Capital Region (NCR) transitions to Covid-19 Alert Level 2.
This policy was implemented to prevent the transmission of the Omicron variant and is only effective under Alert Level 3 or higher.
Minor's mobility will also be eased, but parents are urged to ensure they wear masks and exercise caution.
DOTr Secretary Art Tugade reminded the public to continue observing minimum health protocols in public transport.
Public transport capacity will remain at 70 percent.
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The "no vaccine, no ride" policy in the National Capital Region (NCR) will be suspended if the alert level drops to Alert Level 2.
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Local government units (LGUs) outside the National Capital Region (NCR) will have the final say on whether to implement the "no vaccine, no ride" policy in their respective areas.
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Unvaccinated and partially vaccinated workers in Metro Manila are granted a 30-day grace period from January 26 to use public transportation.
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The "no vaccination, no ride" policy is a legitimate exercise of the state's police power to ensure public welfare, according to the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG).
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The DILG is considering giving leeway to individuals who recently received AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccines concerning the 'no vaccination, no ride' policy.
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