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Foreigners not allowed to sit on Maharlika board — DOJ

Referring to the 1987 Constitution in its seven-page legal opinion, the DOJ said that public officers and officials are required to be Filipino nationals and must maintain allegiance to the state at all times......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 29th, 2024

Why Charter change is OK by me

I would never undervalue the 1987 Constitution. It dismantled the legal framework of a repressive regime and established the democratic institutions we enjoy today. For this, I am grateful......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 23rd, 2024

LEGAL RIPPLES: “It’s not Amendment, it’s Revision Stupid!” 

DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 11 January) —  Last January 6, 2024, Liberal Party President Edcel Lagman, Representative of the 1st district of Albay,  issued a press statement on Charter Change via People’s Initiative launched by Congressmen from the supermajority coalition using People’s Initiative as a mode of amending the Constitution.  Lagman raised among others, three basic questions: who […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  mindanewsRelated NewsJan 14th, 2024

Lee Jae Wook s agency warns legal action following relationship news

The agency of Korean actor Lee Jae-wook threatened legal action against individuals spreading malicious rumors after it was confirmed the actor is dating Aespa member Karina......»»

Category: entertainmentSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 2nd, 2024

PNP inks deal to bolster legal aid for cops

The Philippine National Police has signed an agreement with the Public Safety Mutual Benefit Fund Inc. to boost legal support for PNP personnel......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 28th, 2024

Human ashes, drink container to moon? Plans to do this spark legal debate

WASHINGTON — An array of unconventional, privately funded plans to exploit the moon, including as a site for human ashes and sports-drink containers, has gathered steam in recent years as NASA pushes to make Earth’s natural satellite more accessible. Concerns about possible gaps in U.S. oversight and legal questions about proper use of the moon.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 7th, 2024

President Marcos to speak before constitutionalists, MOPC on Constitution Day

President Marcos will deliver a policy speech during the commemoration of Constitution Day on Feb. 8 as the debate on whether or not to amend the 1987 Charter rages on......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 4th, 2024

4th mode of Cha-cha

In 2013, then House Speaker Quezon City 4th District Rep. Feliciano “Sonny” Belmonte Jr. first initiated a move to amend to the economic provisions of the 1987 Constitution by legislation – a law approved by Congress. Under Belmonte’s proposal, both chambers of Congress could vote separately to pass these economic amendments into law instead of a wholesale amendment of the Constitution......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 16th, 2024

Lagman says ‘war’ on 1987 Constitution underway after Senate changes tune on Cha-cha

Both chambers of Congress’ newfound unity in pushing to liberalize the economic provisions of the 1987 Constitution is tantamount to declaring a “war” on the Charter, an opposition lawmaker said......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 16th, 2024

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......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 15th, 2024

Expelled solon Teves eyes political asylum; detention extended

The legal team of expelled lawmaker Arnolfo Teves Jr. is looking to exhaust all legal remedies possible, including political asylum in Timor-Leste, Teves' lawyer Ferdinand Topacio said......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 24th, 2024

Rama threatens legal action against Gwen, CBRT opponents

CEBU CITY, Philippines – Anyone who attempts to obstruct the Cebu Bus Rapid Transit (CBRT) project in any manner will force City Mayor Michael Rama to file legal cases. Cebu City Mayor Michael Rama announced on Thursday, March 7, that he was not even hesitant to file a case against Cebu Provincial Governor Gwen Garcia.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 7th, 2024

Double win: Bren Esports boss scores legal victory, PSA citation

Cause for celebration doubled for Bren Esports on Wednesday as embattled founder Bernard “Bren” Chong bagged a new legal victory just days after his team was feted by the Philippine Sportswriters Association in their annual awards night......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 31st, 2024

France to enshrine abortion rights in constitution as a guaranteed freedom

In a groundbreaking move, French lawmakers are set to make history by anchoring the right to abortion in the country’s constitution. This would be a.....»»

Category: newsSource:  thedailyguardianRelated NewsMar 4th, 2024

Cha-cha debate: Can Congress amend Constitution by mere legislation?

Former Supreme Court chief justice Reynato Puno reminds congressmen that this route is not one of the amendments modes spelled out in the Constitution.....»»

Category: newsSource:  rapplerRelated NewsFeb 27th, 2024

UNO-R School of Law awards legal luminaries at 75th Diamond Anniversary celebration

UNO-R School of Law awards legal luminaries at 75th Diamond Anniversary celebration.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMay 26th, 2024

HIV ‘not a legal ground’ to terminate employees

HIV ‘not a legal ground’ to terminate employees.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMay 2nd, 2024

OceanaGold faces legal battle ahead of IPO

Just a few weeks before its scheduled initial public offering , OceanaGold Philippines Inc. is facing a legal case seeking to cancel its mining contract for allegedly being renewed illegally......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 24th, 2024

LWUA warns of legal action vs. defiant MCWD board

LWUA warns of legal action vs. defiant MCWD board.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsApr 4th, 2024

Free legal consultation for women set

Free legal consultation for women set.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 21st, 2024