Manila Bulletin
COVID health protocols must be observed in campaign; 'no hugs, handshakes' --- Nograles
Malacañang urged candidates and their supporters to strictly observe minimum public health standards to sustain the projected decrease in Covid-19 cases.
Cabinet Secretary Karlo Nograles reminded everyone that Covid-19 is still present.
Candidates and supporters are prohibited from engaging in physical contact during in-person campaigning.
Activities like handshaking, hugging, cheek kissing, and close-proximity selfies are banned.
The distribution of food, drinks, and other items during campaign events is also not allowed.
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Interior Secretary Eduardo Año announced that charges will be filed against individuals, whether candidates or supporters, who violate health protocols during the campaign period.
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