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Delivery drivers urge Mayor Baste for business permit exemption
Title: Delivery Drivers Seek Exemption from Business Permit Requirement A group of delivery drivers in Davao is urging Mayor Sebastian Duterte to exempt them from the mandatory business permits. The drivers, including those from various delivery apps such as Grab and FoodPanda, are concerned about the financial burden imposed by the business permits, which range from P2,000 to P6,000. They argue that this requirement is unique to Davao City among all cities and provinces in the Philippines. Grab rider Rolando Atico emphasized the need for solidarity among all delivery drivers, regardless of the app they work for. He urged fellow drivers to support each other, as the financial impact may extend beyond just Grab and FoodPanda. Atico also requested Mayor Duterte to reconsider the requirement and reinstate the previous occupational permit, which only cost P125. The group is facing a 30-day deadline to obtain the business permits, and they are citing financial constraints as a reason for their request for an extension. Failure to comply could result in their removal from the delivery platforms, jeopardizing their livelihoods. Additionally, they are advocating for changes to Davao City's Revenue Code, proposing a model similar to Cebu City, where only an occupational permit is required. The drivers are also calling for an inquiry into the lack of transparency and unilateral actions of food delivery companies, particularly concerning rider capitalization and financial concerns. They believe that a thorough investigation will help ensure fairness and equity in their financial obligations and working relationship with the delivery companies. Maribel Paguican, the Business Bureau officer-in-charge, stated that non-certified delivery riders categorized as service contractors must obtain a business permit. She mentioned two permits for occupational and business activities, with a discounted structure for delivery riders. However, concerns have been raised about increased taxes, potentially ranging from P3,000 to P6,000, along with an additional tax on top of the declared income of P1,400. The delivery drivers' plea for exemption from the business permit requirement reflects their concerns about the financial impact and the potential threat to their livelihoods. Their call for solidarity and support from fellow drivers highlights the urgency of the situation. This story sheds light on the challenges faced by delivery drivers in Davao and the implications of the business permit requirement on their financial well-being. It also underscores their efforts to seek fairness and equity in their working relationship with the authorities and delivery companies......»»
Calinan District residents protest vs disguised Cha-cha
Residents from the 19 barangays in Calinan District rallied against the disguised People's Initiative for Charter Change in a protest held on January 19, 2024. Organized by the barangay captains, around 100 individuals from each barangay gathered at Rizal Park, chanting Dabawenyos are not for sale and expressing their disapproval of the alleged cash-for-signature scheme. The protest emphasized the residents' desire for fairness and a better government approach, rejecting the notion of exchanging signatures for money. Participants, including both young and old residents, voiced their opposition to the charter change, with the youth expressing concerns about power-hungry officials. Even 75-year-old Rosminda Amarilla joined the protest to question the need for change after numerous presidents have governed without such alterations. The rally, which included a motorcade and drew approximately 300 participants, received disapproval from Congressman Paolo Pulong Z. Duterte and Congressman Isidro Ungab, who alleged that the signature campaign was orchestrated by leaders of the Pwersa ng Bayaning Atleta (PBA) Partylist. As of the latest update, PBA Representative Margarita Atty. Migs Nograles has yet to release a statement on the matter......»»
Creating Between Worlds: Paolo Villanueva on Working in Liberal Arts and Technology
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Under Ground Battle aids Philippine MMA growth with Blaze FC
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Mamamoo s Hwasa, Maroon 5 s PJ Morton complete Wanderland 2024 line-up
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CitySavings Extends Educational Assistance to Indigenous Peoples (IP) Learners
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E-bike driver nabbed for allegedly molesting 14-year-old boy
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Lapu-Lapu City drowning: 5-year-old drowned by own half brother
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Cebu Daily Newscast: 16-year-old girl killed, 2 other minors injured in Liloan shooting
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Man, 4-year-old daughter shot dead in Abra
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2 children dead in Philippine fire
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JK Labajo pauses concert to take care of 2-month-old baby from crowd
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Four-year-old boy dies after falling off from 21st floor of condo building
A four-year-old boy died after falling off from the 21st floor of a condominium building located at the corner of Mabini Street and Quirino Avenue in Malate, Manila. PSSg John Paul Rojo of the Manila Police District -homicide section said the victim is a resident of Block 3 Lot 19 Don Gregorio Heights, Dasmariñas, Cavite. […].....»»
South Africa s sports, arts, culture minister resigns over bribery allegations
JOHANNESBURG, June 5 (Xinhua) -- South Africa's Minister of Sports, Arts and Culture Zizi Kodwa on Wednesday resigned from the post with immediate effect after he was charged with receiving about 1.7 million rand (about 89,700 U.S. dollars) in bribes. Kodwa, who was 54 and a member of the ruling African National Congress, was charged with receiving direct payments and luxury accommodation paid by and/or facilita.....»»
South Africa s sports, arts, culture minister resigns over bribery allegations
JOHANNESBURG, June 5 (Xinhua) -- South Africa's Minister of Sports, Arts and Culture Zizi Kodwa on Wednesday resigned from the post with immediate effect after he was charged with receiving about 1.7 million rand (about 89,700 U.S. dollars) in bribes. Kodwa, who was 54 and a member of the ruling African National Congress, was charged with receiving direct payments and luxury accommodation paid by and/or facilita.....»»
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