MANILA, Philippines — Senior citizens who are actively working or are managing businesses will be allowed to go outside their residences during the enforcement of the general community quarantine (GCQ). Of course, the seniors who are actively working or running businesses will be allowed. We will use ID system,” Lopez said in a statement read by Communications Secretary Martin Andanar during a Laging Handa public briefing. Seeking medical check-ups and other procedures will also be allowed as well as buying food and medicine and asking for government assistance, Lopez noted. The IATF issued the clarification after some quarters, including lawmakers, have asked for the reconsideration of the travel restrictions imposed on senior citizens.

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer April 30, 2020 03:56 UTC