Manila: President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Monday said the government is studying the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority's (MMDA) recommendation to adjust government working hours in Metro Manila as a measure to ease traffic congestion. Marcos said that while the proposal to start work hours from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the National Capital Region is being considered, it is important to assess its practicality for the commuting public. According to Philippines News Agency, Marcos emphasized the need to consult the public before implementing the proposed changes. He stated that it is not enough to discuss the idea with traffic enforcers and administrators, but crucial to understand the practicality for daily commuters. During an interview in Taguig City, he expressed the necessity of public support for the adjustment, noting that if the public agrees, there should be no reason to avoid implementation. President Marcos highlighted that last year, local government units in the NCR had implemented earlier working hours, from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. He indicated that this previous adjustment could serve as a reference for the potential new schedule, assuming public approval aligns with the proposal.