DOLE Issues Holiday Pay Rules for Year-End 2025
DOLE reminds private employers of correct holiday pay rates for Rizal Day, New Year's Eve, and New Year's Day 2025. Ensure compliance with Labor Advisory 17-2025.
DOLE reminds private employers of correct holiday pay rates for Rizal Day, New Year's Eve, and New Year's Day 2025. Ensure compliance with Labor Advisory 17-2025.
DOLE's nationwide job fairs placed nearly 75,000 Filipinos in 2025. Davao Region's anniversary fair saw 17 hired on the spot. Discover the latest employment figures and trends.
Dole-Davao provides P587,250 livelihood aid to two Sta. Maria fisherfolk associations to support sustainable fishing and income diversification. Read more.
The Bacolod City Council will hold a special session on Dec. 29 to authorize Mayor Gasataya to sign P440 million in environmental service contracts for 2026, ensuring uninterrupted garbage collection and landfill management.
Bacolod police arrest seven drug personalities in separate sting operations, confiscating P952,000 worth of shabu. Five are high-value targets. Read the full report.
DOLE mandates all private employers to submit their 13th month pay compliance reports by January 15, 2026. Learn the requirements and submit via the DERS portal.
DOLE Region 12's 81 job fairs in 2025 connected over 27,000 jobseekers with employers, resulting in 1,680 immediate hires. Discover how they're boosting employment in Soccsksargen.
As New Year revelry approaches, DOLE issues a stern reminder on pyrotechnics safety after 188 injuries were recorded last year. Discover the risks and safer alternatives for celebration.
DOLE Secretary Bienvenido Laguesma mandates strict OSH compliance for the hazardous pyrotechnics industry ahead of New Year celebrations. Monitoring intensifies with BFP, PNP, and LGUs.
Bacolod City distributed P3,000 each to 814 scholars on Dec 24, 2025. Mayor Gasataya fast-tracked the P2.4M aid for immediate holiday needs. Learn more about the Peso program.
28 new police recruits, including 8 women and 20 men, officially joined the PRO-NIR in a ceremony led by Brig. Gen. Ibay. They pledged to serve with integrity and uphold the law.
DOLE Secretary Laguesma mandates strict OSH compliance for pyrotechnics manufacturers and sellers ahead of New Year celebrations. Field personnel to coordinate with BFP, PNP, and LGUs for monitoring.
DOLE clarifies holiday pay rates for employees working on Dec 24 & 25, 2025. Know your rights for special non-working day and regular holiday compensation.
Bacolod's Water Watch Advocates demand transparency from Baciwa on PrimeWater's sale to Crystal Bridges Holdings. Consumers fear extended poor service under the joint venture. Read more.
BCGEU president apologizes for spoiled food at Bacolod City's Year-End event. Mayor orders investigation into the P3.2 million celebration. Details on accountability measures.
DOLE outlines pay rules for Dec 24 & 25, 2025. Workers get extra pay for Christmas Eve & Day. Know your rights this holiday season.
Comelec announces holiday break for voter registration for the 2026 Barangay and SK Elections. Over 1 million Filipinos have already applied nationwide. Registration continues until May 2026.
Bacolod's PESO Christmas Job Fair sees 16 immediate hires. Over 40 companies participated, aiding thousands in finding holiday season employment. Read the full story.
Police in Bacolod City arrested a suspect and confiscated P1.5 million worth of suspected shabu in a major operation. Authorities vow to sustain the fight against illegal drugs.
A Bacolod police officer was struck from behind with a steel pipe near Central Market. The suspect then pulled a knife, leading the officer to fire in self-defense. Both were hospitalized.
Bacolod City Mayor Greg Gasataya demands reports on spoiled food served to 6,650 employees. A P3.2 million budget was allocated. Read the full investigation details.
DOLE mandates all private firms to submit their 13th month pay compliance report via the online portal by January 15, 2026. Ensure your business meets the deadline.
DOLE mandates private firms to submit their 13th month pay compliance report via the online portal by January 15, 2026. Ensure your business is compliant.
A morning fire in Barangay 2, Bacolod City, destroyed 26 houses, displacing 26 families. No casualties reported. Mayor Gasataya discusses relocation plans. Read more.
Bacolod City Mayor Greg Gasataya confirms the second phase of Emergency Cash Transfer distribution for Typhoon Tino victims is underway. Over 44,000 families affected.
Bacolod City's Bids and Awards Committee evaluates proposals from two contractors for garbage collection, hauling, and landfill management. The total approved budget is over P505 million. Read the latest updates.
Negros Occidental's provincial board greenlights P85 million in Service Recognition Incentive and gratuity pay for employees. Bacolod City also approves similar benefits, aiming for pre-Christmas release.
A morning fire in Bacolod City's Barangay Singcang destroyed four homes, causing P270,000 in damage. No casualties reported. Read about the response and aid provided.
Around 1,000 students in Candaba, Pampanga received P11,070 each from the SPES program, a joint effort by the LGU and DOLE to support education. Learn how this initiative helps local youth.
Bacolod City Council urges LTFRB to pause permits for 21 modern jeepneys until a transport cooperative's internal conflicts are legally resolved. Learn the details.