Palace says face mask requirement to remain even in areas under Alert Level 1

A passenger (C) sits inside a tricycle covered with a reminder to wear a mask, part of the COVID-19 health protocols, in Manila on Feb. 16, 2022.

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MANILA, Philippines — Wearing of face masks would still be required even if the Philippines is placed under the most lenient Alert Level 1 or the so-called "new normal," Malacañang said.

Acting presidential spokesman Karlo Nograles said venue capacity limits would be lifted under the "new normal" but establishments should ensure that minimum health standards - including the wearing of face masks - are followed.

"They (establishments) have to be aware that the masks should still be there. The masks won't be gone under Alert Level 1 under our guidelines. The same is true with minimum public health standards," Nograles said at a press briefing last Tuesday.

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