MANILA, Philippines — House Speaker Lord Allan Velasco on Saturday expressed support for policies that will protect workers as the country commemorated Labor Day.
In a statement, Velasco said honoring COVID-19 pandemic frontliners requires more than just a day of recognition.
“This moment requires action. Since they are the ones risking it all, they deserve a greater role in charting our social and economic recovery,” Velasco said.
Velasco said workers’ struggles and experiences during the pandemic should be considered in policies for their protection.
“We support policies that will expand their health and life insurance; provide them all-important protective equipment and …
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