The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) announced the suspension of the expanded number coding scheme during Christmas and New Year holidays.

The MMDA said the number coding scheme will be suspended on the following dates:

• Tuesday, December 23
• Wednesday, December 24 — Christmas Eve (special non-working holiday)
• Thursday, December 25 — Christmas Day (regular holiday)
• Monday, December 29 (work suspension in government offices)
• Tuesday, December 30 — Rizal Day (regular holiday)
• Wednesday, December 31, 2025 — Last day of the year (special non-working holiday)
• Thursday, January 1, 2026 — New Year’s Day (regular holiday)
• Friday, January 2, 2026 — (work suspension in government offices)

Wherever your destination may be this Christmas season, always remember: plan your trip well, follow traffic laws, and drive safely, MMDA said.