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“A virtual monopoly in the transport network vehicle service sector now exists with the official withdrawal of Uber after selling out to competitor Grab.” This according to Quezon City Rep. Winnie Castelo, chairman of the House Committee on Metro Manila Development. “The government, through the Land Transport Franchising Regulatory Board (LTFRB), can remedy the situation […]
Senator Bam Aquino said concerned government agencies should also help small businesses in Boracay as they will be affected as well by the administration’s six-month closure order on the island. “Huwag nating kalimutan ang mga maliliit na negosyante, mga vendor at sumiside-line na tatamaan din sa pagsasara ng Boracay. Tumataas na nga ang presyo ng […]
The rehabilitation of Marawi and Boracay can be the two pilot areas of a new government project that will use drones, satellite imaging and other cutting-edge technology that will monitor the progress of big-ticket infrastructure projects, Senate President Pro Tempore Ralph Recto said. Recto said the two projects, where billions of pesos are at stake, […]
Senator Sonny Angara is seeking a 20 percent discount for students on land, rail, airfare, and ship tickets in time for the two-month school summer vacation. Angara said the proposed discount would make the summer break more enjoyable and economical for students and their families, especially those who work hard and regard travel as a […]
“It is the responsibility of the government to improve the welfare of its people, especially those who need it most.” This according to Quezon City Rep. Winnie Castelo, principal author of House Bill 6194 which seeks to provide free hospitalization for senior citizens. “Senior citizens, because of their old age, are vulnerable to health risks […]
Senator Sonny Angara has urged overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) to save up for retirement by investing their earnings in a Personal Equity Retirement Account (PERA) – the country’s first-ever voluntary retirement account with tax incentives. “Malaking sakripisyo para sa ating mga OFW ang magtrabaho abroad at iwan ang kanilang pamilya para mabigyan sila ng magandang […]
Senator Joel Villanueva urged the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) to focus its work in ensuring that businesses comply with occupational safety and health standards following the collapse of a metal crane, which was being set up in the ongoing construction of STI building in Pasay City. The incident killed an unidentified man on […]
Senate President Koko Pimentel called on media companies to lower rates for candidates’ advertisements. Pimentel filed Senate Bill No. 1777 on April 4, 2018, which seeks to lower political advertisements by 50% for television, 30% for radio, and 20% for print ads, compared to the average rates charged to their most favored advertisers during the […]
Despite the country’s economic gains, Senator Sonny Angara underscored the need to improve the financial literacy of Filipinos to enable them to be a part of inclusive growth as well as equip them with skills that will protect them against scams. “Glowing reviews and optimistic projections have been heaped on the Philippine economy, particularly regarding […]
Quezon City Rep. Winnie Castelo yesterday said the proposal of the Consultative Committee reviewing the 1987 constitution to include environmental rights in the Bill of the Rights could not have come at a more opportune time given the dilemma in Boracay and other tourism destinations. “It’s not only timely but a step in the right […]