MANILA, Philippines --- Vice President Leni Robredo defended local government units (LGUs) that are grappling with the current COVID-19 surge, saying that while they are competent, they also need help from national agencies.
According to Robredo, local government units should be given assistance to deal with the influx of patients and possible local COVID-19 transmissions. Assistance in testing and in building isolation facilities are key in preventing more cases, she said.
"Iyong LGUs naman ay competent, kailangan lang ng tulong. Kailangan ng tulong from the national government. So halimbawa, test kits, padalhan sila nang marami," Robredo said over DZXL on Sunday.
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Keep on reading: Robredo says LGUs need aid from national gov’t in COVID-19 fight
Keep on reading: Robredo says LGUs need aid from national gov’t in COVID-19 fight
