MANILA, Philippines – Some Philippine schools have suspended face-to-face classes due to the impending transportation strike today, October 16, Monday, and tomorrow, October 17, Tuesday.
For October 16, Monday, face-to-face classes are suspended in the following areas.
Walang Pasok Class Suspensions October 16 Due to Transport Strike
1. Class suspension in all levels on October 16
Class Suspensions in Metro Manila and Bulacan
• Caloocan
• Las Piñas
• Mandaluyong
• Marikina
• Makati
• Malabon
• Manila
• Muntinlupa
• Navotas
• Pasay
• Pasig
• Paranaque
• Pateros
• Quezon City
• San Juan
• Taguig
• Valenzuela
Class Suspensions in Laguna
• Cabuyao
• Los Baños
• Biñan
• San Pedro
• Santa Rosa
• Calamba
Class Suspensions in Pampanga
Face-to-face classes at all levels in all of the areas in Pampanga are suspended on October 16 and October 17 (Monday and Tuesday) due to the transportation strike by the Jeepney drivers.
However, some schools opted for online classes. Visit your school’s portal for further announcements.
#JeenpneyStrike #TigilPasada trended on Twitter as Netizens trooped to the social media site to air their thoughts.
Meanwhile, the government is expected to respond to this transportation strike as soon as possible to normalize the situation.
According to Crisis24:
“Unionized drivers and operators of passenger jeepneys, UV Express, and multicabs led by Samahang Manibela Mananakay at Nagkaisang Terminal ng Transportasyon, also known as Manibela, plan to stage a nationwide strike in the Philippines, Oct. 16. The purpose of the action is to protest the alleged corruption of the chairman of the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) in the approval of the franchise for public utility vehicles (PUVs). Organizers estimate around 240,000 traditional jeepney drivers are expected to join the strike. Participation will be highest in Metro Manila, Cavite, Laguna, Batangas, Rizal, and Quezon in the Calabarzon Region, and Central Luzon Region.”
Reportedly, rallies are planned to take place at the LTFRB central office, at the Malacanang Palace, and at the Department of Transportation (DOT).
For schools affected by the suspension of classes tomorrow, check for updates later.
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