THE mayors of the cities of Caloocan, Malabon, Navotas and Valenzuela (Camanava) warned traders against increasing prices of basic commodities, reminding them of the 60-day price freeze following the declaration of a state of calamity.
In separate interviews, Mayors Dave Gonzalo “Along” Malapitan (Caloocan), Jeannie Sandoval (Malabon), John Rey Tiangco (Navotas) and Weslie Gatchalian (Valenzuela) told The Manila Times that they have activated their respective task forces to monitor prices in the markets and other establishments.
Metro Manila was placed under a state of calamity immediately after being hit by Typhoon Carina that enhanced the southwest monsoon more than two weeks ago.
The mayors urged consumers to report to authorities retailers whose prices are beyond the price ceiling.
“While we have our task forces that make rounds in the markets and other similar establishments, we also need the cooperation of the public to make sure that the traders or retailers are not violating the Price Control Act,” the mayors said.
“We will make sure that the price freeze is enforced to the letter to ensure that basic necessities would remain accessible and affordable to those affected by the calamities,” they added.
The price freeze covers milk, bread, canned sardines, instant noodles, bottled water and coffee, among others.
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