Marcos eyes adjusted work hours for Metro Manila agencie

President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. stated on Monday that he is considering adjusting working hours for national government agencies in Metro Manila as proposed by the MMDA to ease traffic congestion.

Marcos emphasized that any changes must be practical for commuters and involve their input, noting that discussions should not just be limited to traffic officials but also include the commuting public.

The MMDA recommends shifting work hours from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., citing results of a study showing improvements in traffic flow and travel time when implemented by local government units (LGUs) since May 2024.

MMDA chairman Romando Artes said the implementation across all national government agencies could significantly improve traffic conditions, with around half a million national government employees potentially affected.

The Civil Service Commission (CSC) noted that any proposal must be thoroughly studied to address concerns about its impact on those transacting at government offices during regular working hours.