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Senator Bong Go attended the Liga ng mga Barangay sa Pilipinas South Cotabato Chapter’s 21st Provincial Liga Congress at the Midas Hotel in Pasay City recently. In his speech, Go underscored his ongoing commitment to reinforcing the role of barangay officials as the government’s frontline and the primary avenue through which the public can seek […]
Two lady lawmakers in the House of Representatives have filed separate bills pushing for the welfare of teachers. Bohol 3rd District Representative Kristine Alexie Tutor has filed House Bill No. 9913 unloading teachers of healthcare roles. Binan City Representative Marlyn Alonte, on the other hand, filed HB 9914 to unburden teachers of administrative tasks and functions. […]
Senator Ronald “Bato” Dela Rosa has urged proper coordination between the Philippine National Police Supervisory Office for Security and Investigation Agencies (SOSIA) and the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) to look after the welfare of security guards. Dela Rosa made the call during the Senate Committee on Public Order and Dangerous Drugs’ hearing on […]
The chair of the House of Representatives’ labor and employment committee hailed Pres. Ferdinand Marcos, Jr.’s signing of a law that aims to uphold the rights and welfare of domestic caregivers. “With the signing of the Caregivers’ Welfare Act, our government signals that it is intent on protecting the rights and welfare of a sector […]
Senator Bong Go reaffirmed his commitment to supporting Filipinos affected by disasters, emphasizing the importance of resilience and mutual aid in times of crisis. Addressing those affected by fires, Go underscored the need for hope and perseverance. “Sa mga nasunugan, parati kong sinasabi sa kanila ‘wag ho kayong mawalan ng pag-asa,” the legislator said, emphasizing […]
Senator Bong Go reiterated his commitment to support freelance workers as the Philippines secured its place as one of the top global remote work hubs. “In a world marked by unprecedented changes brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic and other global crises, the way we work and where we work has evolved significantly. The rise […]
Senator Bong Go shared updates on the official visit of the Philippine Senate to the United Kingdom, where he, along with Senate President Migz Zubiri and Senator Grace Poe who are co-heads of the delegation, engaged in interparliamentary discussions with their British counterparts aimed at enhancing bilateral relations. The visit transpired as a result of […]
A week into this year’s celebration of National Teachers’ Month, CamSur Rep. LRay Villafuerte is asking the Congress to put on the front burner twin measures bumping up the pay and making permanent the teaching supplies’ allowance of some 800,000 public school teachers. Villafuerte made this appeal in support of President Marcos’ renewed commitment to deliver on his 2023 […]
The House of Representatives adopted Senate Bill No. 2019, as an amendment to House Bill No. 227, which seeks to institute policies for the protection and welfare of caregivers in the practice of their occupation. The proposed “Caregivers’ Welfare Act,” which would cover caregivers employed and working within the country in private homes, nursing or […]
Senator Bong Go is pushing for the passage of five priority bills that aim to provide enhanced protection for workers across various industries. Underpinning his efforts is the fundamental belief that government should ensure the well-being of ordinary workers and fortify their rights. One of the bills proposed by Go is Senate Bill No. 1183, […]