Category : Labor Employment


Escudero Pushes MSME Bills as Unemployment Hits 2.96M

Senator Francis Escudero calls for expedited Senate deliberation on two bills to support MSMEs, citing a surge in unemployment to 2.96 million Filipinos in January 2026. The measures aim to simplify taxes and boost credit access for small businesses.

DOLE Expands Tupad Program Coverage to More Sectors

The Department of Labor and Employment has broadened the eligibility criteria for its Tupad emergency employment program, now including guardians of child laborers, micro-entrepreneurs, and other vulnerable groups under new guidelines.

BPO Workers Demand Expanded WFH Amid Oil Price Hikes

BPO employees in the Philippines are calling for expanded work-from-home arrangements to alleviate financial strain from soaring oil prices, driven by Middle East tensions, which increase commuting and living costs.

Labor Groups Slam Government 4-Day Workweek

The formal implementation of a four-day workweek in government agencies and courts faces fierce opposition from labor groups, who argue it harms job order and contract workers and fails to address economic crises.

Davao Job Fair Offers 1,500+ Positions at SM City

Davao City Councilor Tek Ocampo announces the Araw ng Dabaw Job Fair at SM City Davao, featuring 1,568 vacancies across BPO, retail, and more sectors, with on-site hiring and a separate event for seniors.

DMW and Gasa Sign MOU to Protect OFWs from Online Scams

The Department of Migrant Workers and Global Anti-Scam Alliance have signed a memorandum of understanding to strengthen protection for overseas Filipino workers against online scams through digital safety initiatives and cross-border coordination.

Four-Day Work Week: Answer to Fuel Price Hikes

As Middle East tensions threaten to spike fuel and energy costs, the four-day work week emerges as a compelling solution. This model promises significant savings on commuting, food, and electricity while boosting productivity and family time, offering eco

Cebu Governor Proposes Four-Day Work Week Study

Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro is considering a four-day work week to enhance productivity and well-being, while Vice Governor Glenn Anthony Soco expresses concerns about economic disruptions.

Cebu Governor Proposes Four-Day Workweek for Productivity

Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro announces exploration of a four-day workweek to enhance public servant productivity and reduce burnout, while Vice Governor Glenn Anthony Soco urges caution, citing potential disruptions to local businesses and internationa

WFH Expansion Urged to Mitigate Oil Price Surge

Senator Joel Villanueva pushes for expanded work-from-home and flexible arrangements under RA 11165 to shield workers from Middle East-driven oil price hikes, citing reduced travel and fuel consumption benefits.

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