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DPWH tallies 268 gov’t and school buildings partially destroyed in Hinatuan quake

The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) in Davao Region reported that a total of 268 school and national government buildings were partially destroyed by the magnitude 7.4 earthquake that struck Hinatuan, Surigao del Sur on December 2. The estimated damage amounted to P108,497,894.84 for school buildings and P1,899,365.60 for national government buildings. The damages included cracks on walls and falling debris such as ceilings. According to Engr. Alexander Turingan of DPWH XI, there were no reported damages in Davao Occidental and Davao del Sur. Franz Irag, Office of Civil Defense (OCD) XI operations head, emphasized the importance of addressing damages to school buildings, which also serve as evacuation centers during calamities. Dean Ortiz, spokesperson of DPWH XI, highlighted the agency's focus on national roads and bridges, clarifying that they will respond to requests to inspect private and government buildings. Architect Kashagar Toghyani, officer-in-charge of the Office City Building Official (OCBO) of Davao City, urged private building owners to promptly engage professional engineers to assess structural integrity, especially for buildings housing more than 10 individuals. He emphasized the necessity of fire inspections and transparency with building occupants to ensure their safety. The recent earthquakes did not affect government buildings in the Davao Region, and DPWH is committed to conducting thorough assessments and ensuring the safety of buildings and their occupants in the aftermath of the quake......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 26th, 2024

DSWD Central Visayas field office aids families affected by floods, tension cracks

The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD), through its Field Office-7 (Central Visayas), continues to coordinate with concerned local government units (LGUs) in the region for the monitoring and provision of appropriate interventions to families affected by flooding incidents and other emergencies that occurred in the last quarter of 2023. On the flooding incidents […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  journalRelated NewsJan 14th, 2024

Council to appeal March 1 as special non-working holiday in Davao City

The Davao City Council is seeking to appeal to the national government to declare March 1 as a non-working holiday in honor of Araw ng Davao, the city's founding anniversary. Councilor Al Ryan Alejandre emphasized the importance of this appeal for the people of Davao, expressing hope that the president will grant their request. This initiative comes as a response to a new bill that designates March 1 as the new founding anniversary, shifting the traditional celebration date from March 16. Despite the bill and law designating March 1 as a working holiday, the council aims to annually request Malacañang to recognize it as a non-working holiday. The appeal is intended to ensure that Dabawenyos can actively participate in the festivities. Additionally, the executive committee of Araw ng Davao is in the final stages of organizing events and activities for the celebration. Discussions have been ongoing, with plans anticipated to be finalized soon. This move reflects the council's commitment to honoring and celebrating the city's heritage and traditions......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 30th, 2024

Marcos declares Feb. 9 a special non-working day for Chinese New Year

MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has declared February 9, a Friday, as a special non-working day in the country for the celebration of Chinese New Year. The Palace issued Proclamation No. 453, making the declaration. “The declaration of 09 February 2024, Friday, as an additional special non-working day throughout the country will give.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsJan 19th, 2024

World Down Syndrome Day: Big sister s journey with Down Syndrome sibling

World Down Syndrome Day: Big sister s journey with Down Syndrome sibling.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 21st, 2024

Boulevard Holdings Q2 net income down 86% y/y, down 336% q/q

Boulevard Holdings reported a Q2/23 net loss of P33 million, down 86% from its Q2/22 net loss of P18 million, and down 336% from its Q1/23 net income of P14 million......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 26th, 2024

ADB: Carbon tax has potential in Philippines

The possibility of a carbon tax has potential in the Philippines, but such a measure must be market-driven and appropriate for the needs of a country still heavily reliant on fossil fuels......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 6th, 2024

4 ex-tax mappers pay of Cebu City ‘signed’ but…

CEBU CITY, Philippines – The payrolls have been signed and salaries are now being processed, but it is still not enough. The payroll for four Cebu City regular government employees and former tax mappers has been signed and is now in the process of releasing their salaries, which have been pending for 10 months. However,.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsApr 24th, 2024

Former Cebu City Hall tax mappers not to blame for salary delay

Former Cebu City Hall tax mappers not to blame for salary delay.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsApr 18th, 2024

BIR delays 1 percent withholding tax on online sellers

The Bureau of Internal Revenue has deferred the imposition of the one percent withholding tax on online platform providers to mid-July instead of mid-April to allow adjustments among taxpayers......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 15th, 2024

EDITORIAL - Taxes and governance

It’s tax filing month, and the government as usual launched a campaign to inform the public about meeting the deadline for filing tax returns......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 15th, 2024

Tax Notes: ITR filing 2023: Extended banking hours, bank acceptance of tax returns on Saturdays, out-of-district filing

Tax Notes: ITR filing 2023: Extended banking hours, bank acceptance of tax returns on Saturdays, out-of-district filing.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsApr 13th, 2024

CGBP training program on tax rights, remedies

The Center for Global Best Practices will host a special online training titled “Tax Rights and Remedies for SMEs and Large Taxpayers” on April 18 and 19, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. via Zoom......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 1st, 2024

Recto bats for tax, tariff relief for hybrids

Finance Secretary Ralph Recto is in favor of granting reduced excise tax and preferential tariff to hybrid vehicles......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 1st, 2024

Energy specialist backs tax breaks for e-motorcycles

Giving tax incentives to e-motorcycles is justified because of their proven contribution in reducing carbon emissions, a specialist from the Department of Energy (DOE) said......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 31st, 2024

No objections for e-motorcycle tax breaks in EO12 review

Views and position papers elicited from government agencies and EV industry stakeholders for the revision of an executive order have offered no objection to the inclusion of e-motorcycles in the tax incentives......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 27th, 2024

CA approves ad interim appointment of Recto

The Commission on Appointments approved yesterday the ad interim appointment of Finance Secretary Ralph Recto, who vowed to plug tax leaks, improve tax administration and prevent wasteful expenditures......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 13th, 2024

DOJ sues firm for tax evasion

The Department of Justice has filed criminal charges against a company for evading tax payment by using fake receipts......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 4th, 2024

Rama mihangyo property tax aprobahan

Rama mihangyo property tax aprobahan.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 3rd, 2024

House panel OKs tax-free hazard pay to judges, prosecutors

A House panel has approved a substitute bill that seeks to grant tax-free hazard pay to prosecutors and judges of regional, metropolitan, and municipal trial courts......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 2nd, 2024