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DOLE Unveils Program to Boost Businesses and Workers
The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) is rolling out the DOLE Adjustment Measures Program (DOLE-AMP) to boost enterprise and worker competitiveness. Labor Secretary Bienvenido E. Laguesma outlined the program’s guidelines in Department Order No. 241, Series of 2024, issued on February 1. DOLE-AMP aims to diminish the vulnerability of workers and enterprises to economic […].....»»
DOLE-Davao vows to strictly monitor compliance of employers with new wage order
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 11 March) – The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) – Davao Region vowed Monday to strictly monitor the enforcement of the daily wage increase in the area, warning non-compliant employers they could be meted hefty penalties with possible imprisonment. DOLE-Davao director Atty. Randolf C. Pensoy told the Kapehan sa Dabaw that the Regional […].....»»
Wage determination should be region-specific: Dole-Davao
AN OFFICIAL from the Department of Labor and Employment-Davao Region (Dole-Davao) said that the determination of wages should be region-specific, taking into consideration socio-economic conditions, purchasing power, and poverty thresholds......»»
DOLE-Davao exec calls on Congress to carefully study uniform daily wage hike bill
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 11 March) – The legislative push for a nationwide P100 to P400 daily increase for minimum wage earners in the private sector “must be compatible with the socio-economic conditions and purchasing power of each region,” an official from the Department of Labor and Employment – Davao Region (DOLE-Davao) said. “If Congress […].....»»
Dole-Davao last to adopt minimum wage adjustment
AN OFFICIAL from the Department of Labor and Employment-Davao Region (Dole-Davao) said the region was the last in the Philippines to implement the minimum wage adjustment......»»
10th ID bashes Canadian gov’t for travel advisory vs Mindanao
The 10th Infantry Agila Division (10ID) of the Philippine Army criticized the Canadian government for issuing a travel advisory against all parts of Mindanao, which includes their area of responsibility. Major Mark Anthony Tito, spokesperson for the 10th ID, emphasized that the regions under their jurisdiction are peaceful and free from terrorism and violent threats, contrary to the Canadian embassy's advisory. The division oversees 12 provinces, seven cities, and 72 municipalities in various parts of Mindanao. Tito expressed bewilderment at the basis of the travel advisory, asserting that the Canadian government lacks awareness of the actual situation on the ground. He highlighted the peaceful nature of the entire Davao Region throughout 2023, with no recorded incidents of terrorism or insurgency. Despite the exclusion of Davao City from the advisory, Tito noted that the region would still be impacted. The Canadian embassy's advisory warned its citizens to avoid visiting Mindanao due to ongoing terrorism, civil unrest, kidnapping, high levels of violence, and encounters between rebel forces and government security authorities. Specific provinces and regions were singled out for caution or non-essential travel, including Northern Mindanao, Soccsksargen, and Eastern Mindanao. Contrary to the advisory, the 10th ID has been actively weakening and eliminating guerilla forces within its jurisdiction as part of the Philippine Army's efforts to establish an insurgency-free zone. In fact, on October 27, 2023, the Davao Region celebrated its first anniversary as an insurgency-free region in the Philippines. This dispute has led to other related stories, including the Chamber's intention to engage in discussions with the Canadian government regarding the travel advisory, as well as refutations from the Mindanao Development Authority (MinDA) and celebrations of the Davao Region's insurgency-free status by the Regional Peace and Order Council. In summary, the 10th ID vehemently opposes the Canadian government's travel advisory, citing the peaceful and secure nature of the regions under their jurisdiction, and highlighting the significant strides made in eradicating insurgency in the Davao Region......»»
2.4M Dabawenyos working as of Oct 2023
The October 2023 Preliminary Employment report by the Philippine Statistics Authority-Davao Region (PSA-Davao) reveals that 64 percent of the 3.780 million Dabawenyos aged 15 and above are part of the labor force, indicating that 2.42 million individuals are employed. This represents a 1.8 percentage point increase from the previous year. The report also highlights a 97.1 percent employment rate in the Davao Region as of October 2023, with a 2.9 percent unemployment rate, lower than the national average. Despite this, the region still maintains the highest employment rate in the Philippines. Additionally, the report compares employment rates across different regions, with Soccsksargen, Barmm, Central Luzon, CAR, Caraga, Western Visayas, Cagayan Valley, Mimaropa, and Central Visayas surpassing the national average. The Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (Barmm) records the highest labor force participation rate among 17 regions, while the Zamboanga Peninsula has the lowest rate. The data is collected through the Labor Force Survey (LFS) conducted quarterly and monthly by the PSA central office and its regional statistical services offices. The Davao Region, with nearly 6 million inhabitants, remains the 7th most populous region in the country......»»
P38 daily wage hike for Davao region workers
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 20 February) – The Regional Tripartite Wages and Productivity Board-Davao Region (RTWPB-Davao) has approved a P38 daily increase for minimum wage earners in the region, to be implemented in two tranches starting next month. In an announcement released by the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE)-Davao on February 19, it said […].....»»
Dole nagpahimangno sa peke nga Tupad
Dole nagpahimangno sa peke nga Tupad.....»»
FACT CHECK: TUPAD job posts offering P800 daily salary are fake – DOLE
The DOLE Information and Publication Service Office says that these Facebook posts are spreading disinformation about the department’s TUPAD program.....»»
DOH, DOLE deny any hand in Cha-cha signature drive
MANILA, Philippines — Representatives of the Department of Health (DOH) and the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) denied that their agencies are involved in the controversial signature campaign to amend the 1987 Constitution. The clarification came after Senator Imee Marcos brought up, during the Senate’s Tuesday hearing, that DOH’s Medical Assistance for Indigent Patients.....»»
Boost for Local Agriculture: DOLE Turns Over Food Processing Machinery to Himamaylan Farmers
Boost for Local Agriculture: DOLE Turns Over Food Processing Machinery to Himamaylan Farmers.....»»
DOLE to provide support to enterprises, workers
DOLE to provide support to enterprises, workers.....»»
DOLE mandates hotels, restaurants: Give service charges to workers in full
CEBU CITY, Philippines – The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) has mandated that hotels, restaurants, and similar businesses must give their employees the full amount of collected service charges. Labor Secretary Bienvenido Laguesma signed February 1, 2024 Department Order No. 242, titled “Revised Implementing Rules and Regulation of Article 96 of the Labor Code.....»»
DOLE gives livelihood aid to Godod farmers
DOLE gives livelihood aid to Godod farmers.....»»
DOLE to protect ‘kasambahays’
DOLE to protect ‘kasambahays’.....»»
DSWD chief ready to explain AKAP to lawmakers
After questions were raised about the budget allocation for the Ayuda para sa Kapos ang Kita Program, Social Welfare Secretary Rex Gatchalian yesterday expressed readiness to explain the program to lawmakers......»»
DSWD duty-bound to implement GAA provisions faithfully – DSWD exec
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) on Tuesday (February 13) welcomed questions by senators on the Ayuda sa Kapos ang Kita Program or AKAP which is funded under the General Appropriations Act (GAA) of 2024. DSWD Undersecretary for Legislative Affairs Fatima Aliah Dimaporo said the agency respects the power of the purse by […].....»»
DavNor vice guv denies involvement in ayuda scam
The Vice Governor of Davao del Norte has denied any involvement in the alleged ayuda scam following claims made during a Senate hearing chaired by Senator Ronald Bato Dela Rosa. The hearing revealed that public officials in Davao de Oro and Davao del Norte were linked to illegally using cash assistance from the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) and funds from the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) for political campaigns. Vice Governor De Carlo Oyo Uy refuted the allegations, stating that there is no truth to the claims. In response, Governor Edwin Kuya Gov Jubahib emphasized that he was protecting the welfare of his constituents and the country's budget. He called for the punishment of those involved. The governor had previously requested an investigation into the ayuda scam after individuals in the provinces received less than the intended assistance. The vice governor announced plans for a separate investigation to clear his name and clarified that the DSWD is solely responsible for the identification, assessment, validation, and distribution of cash assistance to beneficiaries......»»
95 areas in Davao Region still grapple with flooding
Ninety-five areas in the Davao Region continue to grapple with flooding, as reported by the Office of Civil Defense-Davao Region (OCD-Davao). Davao del Norte has the highest number of flooded areas, with 64 barangays affected, followed by Davao Oriental with 22, and Davao de Oro with nine. The region has also experienced over 50 landslides, with Davao de Oro leading with 44 incidents and eight in Davao Oriental. Tragically, a significant landslide in Monkayo, Davao de Oro resulted in nine confirmed deaths, one critical injury, and four individuals still under search and rescue operations. Davao City also recorded casualties due to heavy rains. The adverse weather conditions have affected thousands of individuals and displaced over 4,000 families in evacuation centers. The Department of Social Welfare and Development-Davao Region (DSWD-Davao) has provided assistance to the affected families. The heavy rainfall is attributed to a weather system known as a shear line, causing widespread impact in the Visayas and Mindanao areas......»»