Cebu's 2026 budget cuts total but boosts health, legislature
Cebu's 2026 budget drops 52% to P11.9B, yet health, disaster response, and legislative offices receive significant increases. Governor Baricuatro trims 'bloated' spending.
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Cebu's P11.9B 2026 Budget Approved by Provincial Board
Cebu's 2026 budget of P11.9 billion is now official after the Sangguniang Panlalawigan's special session. Read about the key details and the push for transparency.
Cebu City's 144 Projects in 184 Days: Mayor's Report
Mayor Nestor Archival reports 144 health, infrastructure, and social service projects completed in his first 184 days. Key achievements include P80.3M medical aid and new digital systems. Read the full 2026 plan.
Cebu's 2026 Budget Reopened for P179M in Cuts
Cebu's P11.9 billion 2026 budget faces delay as lawmakers reopen it for changes to meet national rules. Key allocations for disaster aid and tourism are adjusted. Read the full story.
Cebu Business Permit Deadline Extended to Jan. 30
Cebu City Council grants extension for business permit renewals until Jan. 30, 2026, waiving penalties. Relief for taxpayers amid heavy crowds. Get details here.
Sagay Mayor Calls for Unity in 2026 Development Drive
Sagay City Mayor Leo Rafael Cueva rallies officials and employees for a united push towards inclusive and sustainable development in 2026, building on 2025's gains.
Marcos Vetoes P92.5B from 2026 Budget
President Marcos Jr. cuts P92.5B from the 2026 Unprogrammed Appropriations to strengthen fiscal safeguards. Discover which projects were vetoed and retained.
Cebu Special Session for 2026 Budget Final Reading
The Cebu Provincial Board schedules a special session on Jan. 7 for the third reading of the 2026 budget. Learn about the timeline and what a reenacted budget means for the province.
Sulu Families End Feud, Sign Peace Pact in Indanan
Two feuding families from Indanan, Sulu, embraced peace last week. The municipal government and the 100th Infantry Battalion facilitated the historic agreement. Read more about this triumph for dialogue.
Marcos Signs PHP6.79T 2026 National Budget into Law
President Marcos Jr. signs the PHP6.793-trillion 2026 national budget, prioritizing education, health, and agriculture. Read about the key allocations and fiscal safeguards.
Marcos Signs P6.79 Trillion 2026 Budget
President Bongbong Marcos enacts the P6.793 trillion 2026 national budget, prioritizing education, health, and agriculture while promising strict anti-corruption safeguards.
P43B Personnel Benefits Moved to Unprogrammed Appropriations
ACT Teachers Partylist condemns the transfer of P43.24B in salary and pension funds to the 2026 Unprogrammed Appropriations, risking payment for teachers and uniformed personnel. Calls for presidential veto and supplemental budget.
Mandaue City Staggers Business Tax Increase to 5% in 2026
Mandaue City Government phases in a 10% business tax adjustment, applying 5% in 2026 to aid recovery from recent calamities. Learn how this affects local enterprises.
Mandaue City Staggers Business Tax Increase for 2026
Mandaue City implements only a 5% business tax increase in 2026, deferring the full hike to 2027 to help firms recover from recent disasters. Learn how this decision affects local commerce.
Mandaue City Enacts Phased Business Tax Increase
Mandaue City starts a 5% business tax increase in 2026, with another 5% in 2027. Officials cite legal mandate and aim to balance revenue needs with business relief. Learn how this affects local enterprises.
Lapu-Lapu OKs P4.72B 2026 Budget for Services, Disaster Prep
Lapu-Lapu City Council greenlights a P4.72 billion budget for 2026, boosting employee benefits, healthcare access, and disaster resilience. Implementation starts Jan. 1, 2026.
Senate OKs PHP6.79T 2026 Budget, Focus on Key Sectors
The Senate ratified the PHP6.793-trillion 2026 national budget, prioritizing education, health, and agriculture for long-term growth. Discover the historic allocations.
P6.79T 2026 Budget Approved, Focus on Education, Health, Agri
The Senate approves the P6.793 trillion 2026 national budget, with massive allocations for education, health, and agriculture. Read the breakdown of key investments.
Cebu Approves New Office for Sisterhood Linkages
Cebu's Provincial Board approves a new office to manage international and local sisterhood agreements, aiming to boost trade, tourism, and sustainable development. Learn how this move will shape Cebu's future.
P32.87B Cebu Funds Spark Budget Transparency Debate
The revelation of P32.87 billion for one Cebu district opens a window into Philippine budget engineering. Explore the clash between development duty and equitable distribution.
Davao Region's 2025 Christmas: A Season of Service
Explore how Davao Region's provinces turned Christmas 2025 into a time of service with aid, gifts, and community programs, bringing the true spirit of Pasko to the people.
Davao OKs P187M Bonus for City Hall Workers
Davao City Council greenlights P187.3M supplemental budget for employee incentives. Learn about the SRI, gratuity pay, and the funding source.
Marcos Stops 2026 Flood Control Budget Over P350B Probe
President Marcos Jr. suspends new flood control funds in the 2026 budget, prioritizing transparency and the full use of existing P350 billion amid corruption investigations. Read the latest.
Satellite Gov't Office Proposed for Cebu Upland Barangays
Cebu City Councilor Pastor Alcover Jr. proposes a satellite government office in the uplands to bring vital services closer to residents, reducing travel burdens and costs.
Cebu 7th District Leads Region in P32.87B DPWH Allocation
Internal budget data reveals Cebu's 7th District secured P32.87B in DPWH funds from 2023-2026, more than Lapu-Lapu, Mandaue & Cebu City combined. Explore the spending disparity.
Cebu PB Cuts PIO, Sugbo News 2026 Budgets
Cebu's Provincial Board recommends major budget cuts for the PIO and Sugbo News, citing excessive overtime pay and insufficient public service justification. Details inside.
Cebu SP Defends Impartiality in P11.9B Budget Cut Row
Cebu Vice Governor Glenn Soco asserts the provincial board's impartiality amidst controversy over a P11.9 billion budget slash recommendation. Get the latest on the executive-legislative discussions.
Cebu's P11.9B 2026 Budget Gets 2nd Reading Nod
Cebu's Provincial Board approves the P11.9 billion 2026 budget on second reading. Key adjustments include reallocating P178M and clarifying CPAC's funding status. Final passage expected in January.
Senate Calls for Reforms Ahead of 2026 Budget
The Senate Economic Planning Office warns of tightening fiscal space and calls for structural reforms to protect the Philippines' long-term economic growth. Learn the key recommendations.
PH's P6.794T 2026 Budget: Will Funds Reach Barangays?
The Philippines' record P6.794 trillion 2026 national budget promises progress, but faces the old ghosts of underspending and inefficiency. Will it build trust? The people are watching.
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