Metro Manila (CNN Philippines, June 16) — The cities of Manila and Muntinlupa on Tuesday announced relaxing their curfew.
Manila Mayor Francisco “Isko Moreno” Domagoso said the new curfew hours in the city is now from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. The schedule formerly ran from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m.
He noted that the move to ease restrictions will benefit businesses, as the national government also allowed the dine-in option in restaurants at a limited 30% capacity.
“Matapos lang itong state of health emergency ay unti-unti ko po ‘yang il-lift [Once this state of health emergency ends, I will gradually lift the curfew hours],” Moreno said in an online briefing aired on his Facebook page. He clarified, however, that he will not be lifting the curfew for minors, as he cited the need to ensure their safety.
Meanwhile, curfew in Muntinlupa City will now be implemented from 10 p.m. to 4 a.m.
A penalty of ₱500 awaits first-time violators, which will increase to ₱1,000 for succeeding offenses. In addition, violators will incur a barangay blotter and cancellation of local grants and benefits from the local government.
Alabang Public Market schedule
In an effort to manage the COVID-19 situation in the city, Muntinlupa Mayor Jaime Fresnedi also approved a market schedule regulating the operations of the Alabang Public Market.
District 1 and non-Muntinlupa residents will only be allowed on Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, while District 2 residents may visit the market on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday.
Monday is designated for disinfection and sanitation of stalls and other areas of the market, the city government added.
Besides wearing face masks, all those entering the market are required to present a valid identification card, which contains their district residence address.
Stall owners are also mandated to install clear barriers and provide disinfectants for the use of customers and vendors. Those who fail to abide by these rules may face closure, suspension, or revocation of business permits or licenses.
