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 allots Php537M emergency cash aid to shear line, quake-hit families in Samar, Mindanao
Three Field Offices of the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) started on January 18 the simultaneous payout of cash assistance, through the Emergency Cash Transfer (ECT) program, for the families affected by a triad of disasters that occurred in the last quarter of 2023 to help them recover and resume their normal lives. […].....»»
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......»»
DSWD execs attend Senate hearing on Davao del Norte, Davao de Oro ‘ayuda’ scam
Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Undersecretary for Legislative Liaison and Coordination Group Fatima Aliah Q. Dimaporo attends on Tuesday (January 23) the Senate hearing on the alleged ‘ayuda’ scam in Davao de Oro and Davao del Norte that transpired during the Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections last October 2023. In her opening message, […].....»»
DSWD vows to intensify efforts, collab with agency partners vs hunger
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) recognizes that addressing hunger is a continuing effort that is why there is a need to implement innovative strategies to combat involuntary hunger, Asst. Secretary for Strategic Communications Romel Lopez said on Tuesday (January 23). “This is why we continue to implement innovative programs to address hunger […].....»»
DSWD’s 4Ps gets 60% satisfaction rating in Pulse Asia Survey
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) on Tuesday (January 23) welcomed the result of the Ulat ng Bayan survey indicating that 62 percent of the 1,200 respondents were satisfied with the implementation of the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps). The survey, which was conducted from Dec. 3 to 7, 2023 by Pulse Asia […].....»»
Hackers strike DSWD 7 FB page
Hackers strike DSWD 7 FB page.....»»
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 […].....»»
Transfer Quiboloy’s case to Metro Manila – lawmakers
Fugitive Apollo Quiboloy’s criminal cases in Davao City should be transferred to a court in Metro Manila, administration lawmakers said yesterday......»»
US lawmakers stand with Philippines vs Chinese sea aggression
Visiting US lawmakers expressed their concern over China’s continued aggression in Philippine waters during their meeting with President Marcos at Malacañang yesterday......»»
Lawmakers seek probe on students rights violations in UST
Lawmakers at the House of Representatives filed a resolution urging an investigation into several reported instances of censorship and restrictions allegedly imposed on students at the University of Santo Tomas......»»
Why 4 lawmakers voted against RBH7, the economic charter change proposal
House lawmakers, convening as a committee of the whole, adopts the proposal on economic charter change just two weeks after deliberations started at the committee level.....»»
2 Mindanao lawmakers urge Quiboloy to face House
Two lawmakers from different districts in Mindanao have urged Kingdom of Jesus Christ founder Apollo Quiboloy to comply with congressional subpoenas, if he really has nothing to hide......»»
53 Mindanaoan lawmakers reject Duterte’s calls for Mindanao secession
Fifty-three House lawmakers from Mindanao signed a manifesto on Wednesday that expressed opposition to former President Rodrigo Duterte’s proposal to secede Mindanao, saying that the challenges that have beset the region can be solved through a “united and sovereign Philippines.".....»»
Lawmakers welcome back wages for displaced OFWs in Saudi Arabia
The government’s efforts to ensure displaced overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) receive their back pay from bankrupted Saudi Arabian construction companies have been lauded by lawmakers from both the upper and lower chambers......»»
House tightens security after lawmakers get bomb threats
The House of Representatives has been placed on heightened alert following threats received by lawmakers and House staff last week, including bomb threats, Secretary General Reginald Velasco said on Monday......»»
Davao lawmakers thank President Marcos, Romualdez for aiding flood victims
Lawmakers from Davao have thanked President Marcos and Speaker Martin Romualdez for continuously sending aid to flood victims in the region, including the endorsement of P150 million in cash aid and 51,000 food packs......»»
Lawmakers seek to amend ownership regulations on Constitution s economic provisions
Lawmakers are calling for the revision of some economic provisions of the 1987 Constitution, covered by the Public Service Act, which stipulate that public services should exclusively be owned by Filipinos......»»
Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhu inaugurates 22 new branches of HPSCB; launches two new schemes
Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) [India], March 6 (ANI): Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu virtually inaugurated 22 new branches of the Himachal Pradesh State Cooperative Bank (HPSCB) on Wednesday. According to an official release from the Chief Minister's Office (CMO), "CM Sukhu launched two new schemes, the 'One-Time Resolution Scheme' and a Loan Scheme for developing high-density apple orchards."The Chief Minister also la.....»»
Sara thanks Marcos for ‘continued trust’
Vice President and Education Secretary Sara Duterte thanked President Marcos for still trusting her amid calls for her resignation as Department of Education chief by several lawmakers......»»
Are you ready to catch “The Fall Guy”?
Are you ready to catch “The Fall Guy”?.....»»