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Senator Joel Villanueva suggested a more practical solution in resolving Boracay’s woes instead of a complete shutdown that might affect the island’s tourism and economic activities. For Villanueva, it would be better if the government would take a firmer and more aggressive stance against violators by penalizing them and let the compliant establishments remain open. […]
Senator Grace Poe believes that the much-awaited entry of a third telco player that will directly compete against the telco giants and break the virtual duopoly will go on full blast as she endorsed a measure that effectively liberalizes the sector. Poe, chairperson of the Senate Committee on Public Services and principal author and sponsor […]
Senator Cynthia Villar rallied farm owners to engage in agri-entrepreneurship as she stressed the relevance of the growing farm business industry in the government’s continuing fight against hunger and poverty. “This new agricultural trend is envisioned to be a tool to boost the earnings of farm owners and cooperatives. It is a sad reality that […]
Senator Sonny Angara said Filipino out-of-school youth should be the main beneficiaries of the government’s summer job program to help them go back to school and continue their education. Angara is the sponsor of Republic Act 10917 or the law that amended the Special Program for the Employment of Students (SPES) to expand its reach […]
Senator Bam Aquino emphasized the need to strengthen support for entrepreneurs, especially start-up businesses, after a study ranked the Philippines as second most unfriendly country to start-ups among 12 major economies in the Asia-Pacific region. “Mahalagang mabigyan ng sapat na tulong ang mga Pinoy entrepreneur dahil sila ang haligi ng ekonomiya. They generate jobs and […]
Senator Grace Poe reminded the Land Transportation Office (LTO) and the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) to inspect public transportation and ensure vehicles’ roadworthiness in the wake of the recent bus tragedy in Mindoro that claimed the lives of 19 people. “Yung safety ng mga bus, mga preno nila, mga ilaw – lahat […]
Senator Joel Villanueva called on the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) to shape up in enforcing occupational safety and health standards (OSHS) following the deadly fire at Waterfront Manila Pavilion Hotel & Casino in Ermita, Manila. “We call on the DOLE to step up its enforcement of OSH standards. Lapses have been too many […]
The Senate education committee has reported out for plenary approval a bill that seeks to widen the access to quality education for children with special needs. Senate Bill 1732 or the Inclusive Education for Children and Youth with Special Needs bill aims to establish Inclusive Education Learning Resource Centers in every public school division in […]
“It is time for our barangay officials to join the civil service, with just compensation and remuneration, and not just allowances and honoraria.” This according to Quezon City Rep. Winston “Winnie” Castelo, chairman of the House Committee on Metro Manila Development, and a champion for the rights and welfare of barangay workers. Castelo filed House […]
With the full implementation of Republic Act No 10931 or the Free Higher Education (FHE) Act set to begin, Senator Win Gatchalian is expecting an increase in the number of quality college graduates armed with the skills and knowledge needed to make a big impact on inclusive economic growth and nation-building. “At the end of […]