DILIMAN, Quezon City — Most buses and modern jeepneys plying Metro Manila routes and those traveling to and from provinces usually have televisions installed to provide entertainment to their passengers, however, the Movie and Television Review and Classification Board (MTRCB) is now reminding public utility vehicle (PUV) operators and drivers that only 'G' (General Patronage) and 'PG' (Parental Guidance) rated content may be shown inside PUVs.

This came following reports of some buses showing contents that are otherwise allowed by law as mandated under MTRCB Memorandum Circular No. 09-2011, which classifies common carriers as 'movie theaters' for regulatory purposes.

MTRCB chairperson and chief-executive-officer Diorella Maria 'Lala' Sotto-Antonio specified that films shown on PUVs must be suitable for all audiences, particularly children.

"Chapter 3, Section 1 to 3 of the circular requires public vehicles that display motion pictures to comply with the same regulations as movie theaters. This regulation ensures that content remains appropriate and does not negatively impact minors traveling with their families," Sotto-Antonio pointed out.

"Our commitment is to ensure that the content shown in PUVs is safe for all passengers, especially children traveling with their families. This is part of our larger responsibility to provide a safe, secure, and enjoyable travel experience for everyone," she added.

In ending, the MTRCB chair urged PUV operators to adhere to the said regulations even as she enjoined passengers who spot violations to report them through the MTRCB's social media channels (@MTRCBGov) or via email at complaints@mtrcb.gov.ph.

"Legal actions will be taken against violators as provided under Presidential Decree No. 1986 and Chapter XIII of the 2004 Revised Implementing Rules and Regulations," she warned.