Palace: NCR shift to MGCQ by November 'not impossible'

Malacañang says it is 'not impossible' for Metro Manila to shift to Modified General Community Quarantine (MGCQ) by November if the decrease in COVID-19 cases continues.

Presidential Spokesperson Harry Roque emphasized that the shift would depend on citizens adhering to health protocols such as mask-wearing and social distancing.

National Action Plan vs COVID-19 chief Carlito Galvez Jr. is considering stricter MGCQ measures or a less restrictive GCQ for Metro Manila due to recent spikes in cases under MGCQ.

Department of National Defense Secretary Delfin Lorenzana believes another month may be needed before shifting to MGCQ, as some local government units are cautious about potential case spikes.