The Philippine National Police (PNP) on Friday reiterated to the public that mass gatherings, including protests, are still not allowed amidst the relaxing of community quarantine in Metro Manila.
PNP spokesman Police Brigadier General Bernard Banac said the PNP was worried about the public assembly that took place at Diliman campus of the University of the Philippines (UP) on Thursday, adding that the event had compromised the health of the public, especially the protesters.
“We were alarmed at the mass action and public assembly at UP Diliman campus yesterday which was held while strict public health measures are still being implemented to stop the spread of COVID-19,” Banac said.
“As responsible Filipino citizens, we should avoid any opportunity for possible human to human transmission of a deadly virus that even UP scientists themselves are trying so hard to eradicate,” he added.
Recently, a mass protest took place in UP to slam the controversial anti-terror bill, which was certified urgent by President Rodrigo Duterte.
The Senate passed their version of the bill which the House of Representatives adopted. It is now awaiting the signature of the president. (RJ Espartinez)