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Civil Service Commission (CSC) Chairperson Karlo Nograles invites civil servants looking to improve their skills and competencies to enroll in the online learning and development (L&D) programs offered by the CSC. These programs are designed to address the evolving needs of public service, ensuring that civil servants are well-equipped to meet contemporary challenges. “As civil […]
Top international and local Red Cross leaders paid a courtesy call on newly elected Senate President Chiz Escudero at the Senate Ceremonial Hall recently. Escudero warmly welcomed Kate Forbes, President of the International Federation of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), and Philippine Red Cross (PRC) Chair and former senator Richard Gordon. During […]
Very good news for workers in the movie and television industry. This was how Senator Robin Padilla described the signing into law by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. of Republic Act 11996, An Act Protecting the Welfare of Workers in the Movie and Television Industry. Padilla – who made a name as an action star, director […]
The Civil Service Commission (CSC) called upon government officials and employees to manifest patriotism by honoring the Philippine flag in observance of the National Flag Days from 28 May to 12 June 2024. CSC Chairperson Karlo Nograles reminded civil servants nationwide that the commemoration of the National Flag Days provides an opportune time for all […]
Newly elected Senate President Chiz Escudero continued his series of office visits within the Senate, underscoring his commitment to addressing the needs of Senate employees and boosting operational efficiency. Interviewed by reporters, Escudero explained that checking the facilities and ensuring they function well is part of his role as Senate President. “Itinuturing kong administrative head […]
“Wala dapat nawawalan ng kabuhayan o lalong nababaon sa hirap dahil sa pagkakasakit.” This is the purpose of pushing for a quality, affordable, accessible, and compassionate healthcare service, stressed AGRI Party-list Rep. Wilbert T. Lee as he filed a bill seeking to institutionalize the “No Balance Billing (NBB) Policy”. No Balance Billing is a government […]
Union of Local Authorities of the Philippines (ULAP) president Dax Cua urged all local government units to start preparing for the onset of the southwest monsoon, even as many parts of the country are still experiencing drought at the tail-end of the El Niño phenomenon. “Preparedness is key to averting disasters. Torrential rains induced by […]
Senator Alan Peter Cayetano advocated for just compensation for the victims of the 2017 Marawi Siege, expressing support for restoring their pre-war status. This statement followed a recent meeting of the Joint Congressional Oversight Committee (JCOC) of the Senate, presided over by Senator Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa, with key government agencies. The meeting focused on […]
The Senate started reorganizing key posts following the change in leadership, with former Senate President Migz Zubiri getting the economic affairs panel. In the plenary session presided over by new Senate President Chiz Escudero, several senators have been elected to lead major committees as follows: * Senator Sonny Angara, Committee on Justice and Human Rights; […]
In a public hearing held by the Senate Committee on Health and Demography recently, Senator Bong Go presided over discussions on various health programs including the efficient implementation of the Philippine Health Facility Development Plan and the execution of Republic Act 11959 or the Regional Specialty Centers Act which he principally sponsored and is one […]