Manila Bulletin
Community pantry beneficiaries not exempted from curfew
Malacañang reminded community pantry organizers to ensure their operations comply with curfew hours.
Presidential Spokesperson Harry Roque stated that lining up for community pantries is not a valid excuse to violate curfew, as the implementation of curfew in the NCR and neighboring provinces is uniformed.
He acknowledged that many senior citizens are leaving their homes to avail of free food and essential items from these pantries.
Roque urged organizers to coordinate with local government units to ensure proper observance of quarantine and health protocols.
The common curfew from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m. remains in place in NCR Plus, covering Metro Manila and the provinces of Bulacan, Cavite, Laguna, and Rizal.
However, senior citizens are permitted to leave their homes for essential activities.
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