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‘Film director’s arrest meant to cover up jeepney phase out’ – jeepney drivers

Castro’s arrest, which was based on a social media post, shows a dangerous precedent for vocal critics of anti-citizen government policies. By DANIEL ASIDO Bulatlat.com MANILA – Transport group Pagkakaisa ng mga Samahan ng Tsuper at Operator Nationwide (Piston) condemned the arrest of film director Jade Castro and his companions, noting that this is only… The post ‘Film director’s arrest meant to cover up jeepney phase out’ – jeepney drivers appeared first on Bulatlat......»»

Category: newsSource:  bulatlatRelated NewsFeb 19th, 2024

Philippines ratifies WTO deal on fisheries subsidies

The Philippines has ratified the World Trade Organization agreement on fisheries subsidies, which seeks to curb harmful subsidies like support for illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing , bringing the landmark multilateral deal closer to effectivity......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 29th, 2024

Fuel-saving tips: How to save on fuel costs

CEBU CITY, Philippines—In an era of rising fuel prices and environmental concerns, saving money on fuel is not only beneficial for your wallet but also for the planet.  Whether you’re driving a gas-guzzler or an eco-friendly hybrid around the busy streets of Cebu, there are plenty of strategies you can employ to stretch your fuel.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 11th, 2024

PNP refutes claims of blocking jeepney drivers protesting PUVMP

The Philippine National Police denied reports of blocking protesting jeepney drivers bound for a transport caravan against the public utility vehicle modernization program......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 16th, 2024

Jeepney drivers rejoice ‘partial victory’ for phaseout extension

Jeepney drivers rejoice ‘partial victory’ for phaseout extension.....»»

Category: sportsSource:  abscbnRelated NewsJan 29th, 2024

DSWD to aid displaced traditional jeepney drivers - Philippine Canadian Inquirer

DSWD to aid displaced traditional jeepney drivers Philippine Canadian Inquirer.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsMay 5th, 2024

DSWD to help jeepney drivers affected by PUVMP

The Department of Social Welfare and Development is ready to provide assistance to jeepney operators and drivers affected by the government’s Public Utility Vehicle Modernization Program (PUVMP), a DSWD official said yesterday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 5th, 2024

Riding the crossroads: The battle of Manila’s jeepney drivers against modernization

“Most members in my group are seniors,” he said, “My father is 72 years old, yet he drives every day because he doesn't want to rely on his children. He needs money for medication, electricity and water to survive. Where will they find a livelihood? I’m sure no company would want to hire them anymore, right?” The post Riding the crossroads: The battle of Manila’s jeepney drivers against modernization appeared first on Bulatlat......»»

Category: newsSource:  bulatlatRelated NewsApr 20th, 2024

Cebu Daily Newscast: P25 fare increase: Jeepney drivers to demand this hike if…

Listen to Cebu Daily Newscast and get the latest stories in and around Cebu. Here’s what you need to know on Thursday, May 2, 2024. P25 fare increase: Jeepney drivers to demand this hike if… Ordinary passengers who rely on commuting daily will face a much greater burden on their wallets, as jeepney drivers will.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMay 2nd, 2024

TESDA courses as alternative for unconsolidated PUV drivers? Jeepney drivers weigh in

Unconsolidated jeepney drivers and operators are now at risk of losing their source of income if the Supreme Court does not issue a temporary restraining order on the memorandum circulars of the Department of Transportation and the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board, which would enable the implementation of the consolidation deadline......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 30th, 2024

A Call for a Just Transition to Modern Jeepneys

We, the Philippine Misereor Partnership, Inc. (PMPI), a social development and advocacy network of more than 250 church faith-based groups, non-governmental organizations, and people's organizations in the Philippines,  stand in solidarity with the jeepney drivers and operators who are facing the threat of losing their livelihood due to the jeepney modernization program. We support their.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsJan 12th, 2024

No rice subsidies, cash assistance for El Niño-stricken local food producers – KMP

By ZYSA MEI ELLORAN Bulatlat.com MANILA – The farmers are hungry. This is the sentiment of Filipino farmers as they continue to call for government support having suffered the worst impacts of the El Niño phenomenon, resulting in heavy losses in their livelihood. “Farmers need an urgent and concrete response from the government. Farmers need… The post No rice subsidies, cash assistance for El Niño-stricken local food producers – KMP appeared first on Bulatlat......»»

Category: newsSource:  bulatlatRelated NewsMar 30th, 2024

GOCC subsidies down 18 percent to P164 billion in 2023

Budgetary support to state-run firms slipped to P164 billion last year amid a tight fiscal space but the health and agriculture sectors remain the priorities for subsidies......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 18th, 2024

State subsidies drop by 8 percent to P20 billion in Q1

The government cut down its budgetary support to state-run firms by eight percent to almost P20 billion in the first quarter, with the bulk of the subsidies meant to support the agriculture sector......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 13th, 2024

State firms get higher subsidies

The government ramped up its budgetary support to state-run firms by 35 percent to almost P13 billion in February, with the bulk of the subsidies intended to fund irrigation projects......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 8th, 2024

E-wallets tapped in distribution of P22.9 billion farmer subsidies

The Department of Agriculture (DA) has allowed the use of e-wallets in the distribution of P22.9 billion in subsidies to farmers......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 8th, 2024

LTFRB huhulihin na mga kolorum jeepney

Hindi na puwedeng pumasada simula ngayong Mayo 16 ang mga unconsolidated jeepney dahil huhulihin na sila ng Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB). The post LTFRB huhulihin na mga kolorum jeepney first appeared on Abante......»»

Category: newsSource:  abanteRelated NewsMay 16th, 2024

Mga unconsolidated jeepney kolorum na – DOTr

Simula ngayong Mayo 1, kolorum na ang mga jeepney na hindi nakapag-consolidate bago natapos ang deadline nitong Abril 30, ayon sa Department of Transportation (DOTr). The post Mga unconsolidated jeepney kolorum na – DOTr first appeared on Abante......»»

Category: sportsSource:  abscbnRelated NewsMay 1st, 2024

2K modernong jeepney ginarahe

Isiniwalat ni Manibela president Mar Valbuena na higit 2,000 modern jeepney ang nakaparada lamang sa mga garahe dahil ayaw ng mga driver na ipasada ito sa laki ng hinihinging quota. The post 2K modernong jeepney ginarahe first appeared on Abante......»»

Category: newsSource:  abanteRelated NewsApr 27th, 2024

Kolorum jeepney babaha sa mayo

Asahang babaha ng mga kolorum na jeepney sa susunod na buwan kapag natapos na ang deadline sa franchise consolidation sa Abril 30. The post Kolorum jeepney babaha sa mayo first appeared on Abante......»»

Category: newsSource:  abanteRelated NewsApr 13th, 2024