BACOLOD CITY, Negros Occidental, Philippines — Classes in all levels in Bacolod City in both public and private schools are suspended on Monday, Sept. 30, in anticipation of a mass transport strike. ADVERTISEMENTWork in government offices in Bacolod City and Negros Occidental, however, will go on. If the government could finance the PUJ modernization program with minimal or no interest, Familiaran said the modernization program might be more acceptable to the transport sector. Negros Occidental Gov. Provincial head Ferdinand Panes of the Department of the Interior and Local Government Negros Occidental said the mayors have the authority to suspend classes and work if needed.

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer September 29, 2019 09:00 UTC