LEGAZPI CITY, April 3 -- The newly-opened hanging bridge in Albay's 3rd District worth PHP5 million is expected to improve the lives of residents in different barangays, providing students, teachers, and farmers easier and safe access to schools and markets.

In a phone interview on Wednesday, Albay 3rd District Rep. Fernando Cabredo said the project which was funded by the General Appropriations Act of 2023 started May last year and was recently completed.

"The newly constructed hanging bridge connecting Barangay San Jose of Oas town and Barangay Paulba in Ligao City is set to bring many opportunities to the two communities. The project has been given top priority by the Marcos administration. It will improve the connectivity and access...