Category : Labor Employment


Taiwan Opens to Filipino Domestic Helpers, New Job Avenues

Taiwan emerges as a potential destination for Filipino household service workers, with a new policy allowing families to hire migrant domestic helpers. The move provides an alternative for OFWs affected by Middle East conflicts.

Filipino Doctors, Nurses Flee Abroad, Hospitals Struggle

Thousands of Filipino medical professionals depart annually for higher pay overseas, creating a national shortage of over 127,000 nurses and overwhelming public hospitals with understaffed wards and longer patient waits.

Ex-Rebels Finish Financial Literacy Training in Zamboanga

Eighteen former rebels from the 53rd Infantry Battalion have completed a Financial Literacy and Microenterprise Development Training in Zamboanga del Sur, equipping them with skills for sustainable livelihoods and economic independence.

DOLE: Lawmakers Must Use Data for Wage Policies

The Department of Labor and Employment calls on legislators to rely on robust data and thorough analysis when crafting wage policies to ensure fair worker income and economic stability, respecting congressional autonomy.

Panay Transport Strike Planned Over Fuel Price Protests

Transport groups in Panay held a transport holiday on March 23, 2026, protesting rising fuel prices and demanding government intervention. Organizers announced a broader transport strike scheduled for March 26 as part of nationwide actions.

Fare Hike Halted, Drivers Struggle Financially

A recent fare increase suspension has left drivers grappling with financial challenges, as they face rising costs without additional revenue. This development highlights ongoing tensions in the transportation sector.

LTFRB 7 Fuel Subsidy Deadline Nears for Drivers

The LTFRB 7's fuel subsidy program offers P4,500 to P10,000 to public transport drivers and operators to offset rising oil prices, with a deadline of March 23, 2026, for document submission.

Cebu City Proposes Senior Citizen Job Incentives

A proposed ordinance in Cebu City aims to expand job opportunities for senior citizens by offering tax incentives to businesses that hire them, addressing age discrimination and workforce gaps.

Central Visayas Fuel Subsidy Deadline: March 23, 2026

Public utility drivers and operators in Central Visayas must submit requirements by March 23, 2026, for the government's fuel subsidy program. LTFRB-7 offers up to P10,000 via digital payments to ease rising fuel costs.

Davao Drivers Get P5,000 Aid, Fuel Subsidies Announced

Public utility jeepney drivers in Davao Region will receive P5,000 cash assistance from DSWD and fuel subsidies up to P10,000 under DOTr's Pantawid Pasada Program, with officials warning against fare overcharging.

DOLE Launches Online Legal Portal for Workers

The Department of Labor and Employment introduces an online legal query portal to improve accessibility for workers, employers, and labor organizations seeking guidance on labor-related issues.

DOLE: 200% Holiday Pay for Eid'l Fitr on March 20

The Department of Labor and Employment has issued guidelines for holiday pay on March 20, 2026, declared a regular holiday for Eid'l Fitr. Workers will receive 200% of their wage for work done, with additional rates for overtime and rest day scenarios.

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