Immigration offices in 'NCR Plus' on skeleton workforce during GCQMANILA, Philippines — Immigration offices in Metro Manila and the provinces of Laguna, Rizal and Cavite will continue to operate with a skeleton workforce as the localities transition to General Community Quarantine with heightened restrictions, the bureau said. In a statement on Thursday, Immigration Commissioner Jaime Morente explained that the downsizing of BI’s operations is in compliance with guidelines issued by the Inter-Agency Task Force on Emerging Infectious Diseases. Under IATF rules, government offices are directed to maintain a workforce of up to 50% of their operational capacity. The government placed the “NCR Plus” bubble under GQC but with “heightened restrictions” until May 31. Public transportation will continue to operate but only essential travel into and out of the bubble is allowed.

Source: Philippine Star May 20, 2021 06:00 UTC