GCQ 'with heightened restrictions' in 'NCR Plus' until May 31MANILA, Philippines — President Rodrigo Duterte on Thursday said the 'NCR Plus' bubble will shift to General Community Quarantine beginning May 15 until the end of the month. Palace this week did not dismiss the possibility of NCR Plus shifting to a less stricter quarantine status citing improved capacity in hospitals. GCQ, but with 'heightened restrictions'NCR Plus will shift to the said quarantine status, but presidential spokesperson Harry Roque said some curbs will remain. Tourist spots within the bubble can open at 30% capacity, with strict adherence to minimum public health protocols. "Further allowed in the NCR Plus are specialized markets of the Department of Tourism (DOT) following the minimum public health standards and implementation of protocols and restrictions as set by the DOT," Roque said.

Source: Philippine Star May 13, 2021 14:37 UTC