Palace: LGUs Need Funds for Hospital Guarantee Letters
Malacañang clarifies that local governments must secure their own funding before issuing hospital guarantee letters, stressing the DOH is not liable. Get the latest updates on the policy.
Malacañang clarifies that local governments must secure their own funding before issuing hospital guarantee letters, stressing the DOH is not liable. Get the latest updates on the policy.
President Marcos Jr. signs the P6.793 trillion 2026 national budget, allocating over P1 trillion in NTA to LGUs. The budget strengthens local autonomy and disaster response funds. Read the full breakdown.
President Marcos signs the 2026 national budget, allocating over P1 trillion to local governments for enhanced public services and disaster resilience. Read the full breakdown.
Pampanga Rep. Carmelo 'Pogi' Lazatin Jr. secures P220 million for 68 daycare centers and 13 computer labs. The funding, supported by President Marcos and DPWH, aims to improve learning facilities in the First District.
Cebu's 2026 budget drops 52% to P11.9B, yet health, disaster response, and legislative offices receive significant increases. Governor Baricuatro trims 'bloated' spending.
Cebu Province's CP-Gifts scholarship budget for 2026 is reduced to P143.5M to cover P6.5M in unpaid grants from 2023-2024. New rules aim to prevent future delays. #CebuNews #Education
The DOH allocates P1 billion for a zero balance billing pilot in select LGU-run hospitals, aiming to eliminate out-of-pocket costs for eligible patients. Learn about the rollout.
The World Bank withdraws funding for Cebu BRT phases 2 & 3 due to slow progress. Local cycling advocates express dismay, fearing a 'white elephant' project. Will the government salvage it?
Bank Negara Malaysia allocs an extra $620M to aid SMEs, especially first-time borrowers. Total fund now $8.7B. Learn about the strategic shift to guarantee-based financing.
DPWH-Cebu explains the Sanctiongko Bridge project delay is due to safety risks and funding releases, not neglect. A new four-lane design is planned. Read the full update.
DOH expands Zero Balance Billing to LGU hospitals with a P1B budget, eliminating guarantee letters for medical aid. Learn how this reform changes healthcare access.
BPI announces a P5 billion peso bond offering to fund sustainable social projects. Learn about the terms, timeline, and impact of this green financing initiative.
President Marcos Jr. signs the PHP6.793-trillion 2026 national budget, prioritizing education, health, and agriculture. Read about the key allocations and fiscal safeguards.
PhilHealth disbursed nearly P275 billion in medical claims from January to November 2025, a 79.58% increase year-on-year. See how this impacts healthcare access.
Senator Sherwin Gatchalian says the 2026 budget allocates P85 billion to construct and rehab classrooms, targeting the 165,000-room backlog. Learn how this will impact schools.
Cebu City Mayor vows to launch the Bus Rapid Transit by 2026 after the World Bank pulls funding, rating the project 'unsatisfactory.' Can the city find new partners?
Masantol's local government led a Rizal Day ceremony at the town plaza. Officials urged citizens to emulate the national hero's patriotism and ideals for the nation.
The Senate ratified the PHP6.793-trillion 2026 national budget, prioritizing education, health, and agriculture for long-term growth. Discover the historic allocations.
Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro greenlights over P2.14 billion for education, targeting infrastructure, disaster recovery, and innovation after finding P1B unused funds. Read about the breakdown.
The Senate approves the P6.793 trillion 2026 national budget, with massive allocations for education, health, and agriculture. Read the breakdown of key investments.
The BJMP female dormitory in Mandaue City will transfer to a new, flood-resistant facility by February 2026. The move addresses critical flooding issues and improves conditions for 112 detainees.
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'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.
The 101st Infantry Battalion and Barangay LGUs joined forces for a successful environmental clean-up drive in Luuk and Omar, Sulu, promoting community ties and waste management.
Mandaue City is recognized as a top-performing LGU in nutrition, winning a National CROWN Award and a P500,000 grant. Discover the programs behind this success.
The Senate version of the 2026 budget cuts P55B from personnel benefits to fund a P17.9B increase in discretionary LGU funds, sparking outcry from ACT Teachers Partylist. Calls grow to restore cuts and eliminate 'pork'. #Philippines #Budget2026
DepEd Central Visayas races to repair 200+ schools damaged by the Sept. 30 quake and Typhoon Tino, but faces a severe P4.3B funding gap and a lack of structural engineers. Learn about the recovery priorities.
Senator Bam Aquino calls for urgent action to address the severe lack of support for over 5 million Filipino children with disabilities, highlighting gaps in education and funding.
DepEd 7 grapples with rehabilitating hundreds of Cebu schools damaged by a magnitude 6.9 quake and Typhoon Tino. With a P5.5B need and only P1.2B released, 700,000 students' education is at risk. Read more.
DepEd Central Visayas struggles with depleted funds and engineer shortage to rehab schools hit by September's earthquake and Typhoon Tino. Over 700,000 students affected.