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Robredo appeals: Work from home, protect the vulnerable
Vice President Leni Robredo urged companies to implement work-from-home arrangements as the COVID-19 outbreak has been declared a pandemic by the World Health Organization.
She emphasized that a work-from-home scheme should be implemented now to contain the spread of the virus.
Robredo also asked the Duterte administration to prioritize protecting the country's most vulnerable sectors.
She stated that forcing employees to go to the office risks exposing them to the virus, which is counterproductive and would strain healthcare facilities and workers.
The Vice President suggested that skeletal staffing be implemented in offices if absolutely necessary to keep vital operations ongoing.
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