MECQ: Back-riding allowed for essential workers

Motorcycle back riding has been allowed for essential workers and authorized persons outside of residence (APOR) in areas under MECQ, according to the Joint Task Force COVID Shield.

The National Task Force on Covid-19 led by Defense Secretary Delfin Lorenzana lifted some restrictions for motorcycle pillion riding to ensure that essential workers are not stranded due to suspended public transportation.

Task force commander Lt. Gen. Guillermo Lorenzo Eleazar emphasized that travel must be work-related and only allowed if the passenger is an essential worker.

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