Premises of trial courts in 15 more areas ordered closed until Jan. 31

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MANILA, Philippines — The Supreme Court has ordered the closure of trial courts’ premises in 15 more localities as the Philippines grapples with a surge in new COVID-19 cases.

 

The Office of Court Administrator on Friday issued Circular No. 20-2022 ordering the physical closure of trial courts to users from January 21 to 31. The directive, signed by Deputy Court Administrator Raul Bautista Villanueva, covers the following areas:

 

Luzon

• Apayao
• Puerto Princesa City
• Masbate

 

Visayas

• Siquijor

 

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