Cebu Job Fair Offers 20,000 Local and Overseas Jobs
The Cebu Provincial Capitol hosts a two-day job fair on Feb. 21-22, 2026, featuring nearly 20,000 vacancies in local and overseas roles, organized by Peso and CPAC to boost employment.
Category : Labor Employment
NWPC: Below Minimum Wage Pay Risks Fines, Jail
The National Wages and Productivity Commission emphasizes that private companies must adhere to regional minimum wage rates, with violations punishable by fines up to P100,000 and imprisonment.
Garment Workers' Workweek Cut in Half in Lapu-Lapu City
Over 100 garment workers in Lapu-Lapu City are struggling after their workweek was reduced from six to three days due to low global orders, slashing their income by half until March 2026.
MEPZ Workers' Wages Halved as Export Orders Decline
More than 100 employees at Mactan Export Processing Zone 1 have seen their workdays cut in half due to a shortage of overseas orders, leading to reduced incomes and reliance on government aid for basic needs.
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Cebu Garment Workers Face Income Cut from Reduced Workweek
More than 100 employees at a Mactan Export Processing Zone subcontractor have seen their income halved after a shift to a three-day workweek due to declining orders, with the company seeking welfare assistance.
Transport Group Seeks P1 Fare Hike Due to Fuel Price Surge
Pasang Masda proposes a temporary P1 increase in jeepney fares, raising the minimum to P14, citing ongoing fuel price hikes and urging government and passenger understanding.
DMW Probes Filipino Seafarers on 'Shadow Fleet' Ships
The Department of Migrant Workers investigates reports of Filipino seafarers deployed on unregistered 'shadow fleet' vessels, warning of dangers like lack of insurance and legal protection.
Drunken Joke Leads to Fatal Stabbing in Consolacion
A construction worker in Consolacion, Cebu, was killed after a drunken argument over a joke about a dog escalated into a stabbing. The suspect is in custody facing homicide charges.
TMI Sponsors Tsinelas-Making Training for PWDs in Davao de Oro
AboitizPower's Therma Marine, Inc. sponsored a four-day tsinelas-making training for 72 PWDs in Maco, Davao de Oro, fostering economic empowerment and self-confidence through livelihood skills.
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DOLE Releases Chinese New Year 2026 Holiday Pay Rules
The Department of Labor and Employment has mandated specific wage rules for February 17, 2026, a special non-working day for Chinese New Year, including 30% to 50% additional pay for employees who work.
DOLE Pay Rules for Chinese New Year, Job Security Reminder
Private sector employees working on Chinese New Year are entitled to a 30% wage premium. DOLE also emphasizes that workers cannot be dismissed without valid legal grounds, outlining protections and dispute resolution options.
Bacolod Job Fair Draws 3,653 Applicants, 46 Hired Immediately
The Valentine's Day Job Fair in Bacolod City saw 3,653 jobseekers participate, with 46 hired on the spot. Organized by Peso-Bacolod and DOLE, the event featured 70 companies offering diverse employment opportunities.
Lapu-Lapu Job Fair Hires Over 300 On-the-Spot in 2026 Event
The Lapu-Lapu City government's Pre-Valentine's Day Job Fair 2026 resulted in over 300 applicants hired immediately, with 323 securing urgent jobs from 1,469 vacancies across 23 companies.
Lapu-Lapu Job Fair: 323 Hired on the Spot in Pre-Valentine Event
A Pre-Valentine's Day job fair in Lapu-Lapu City resulted in 323 out of 744 applicants being hired immediately, with Mayor Cindi Chan praising its impact on families and Peso highlighting employer participation.
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Davao Wage Review Continues Amidst Labor and Management Talks
The Regional Tripartite Wages and Productivity Board-Davao is still reviewing proposals for a potential wage increase, with no final decision yet. Recent public hearings involved labor and management discussions, but domestic workers were absent, promptin
New DMW Rules Speed Up Justice for OFWs
The Department of Migrant Workers has introduced new adjudication rules to decentralize hearings, enable electronic filing, and ensure faster case resolutions for overseas Filipino workers nationwide.
LRT-1 Launches PWD Workforce Program in Manila
Light Rail Manila Corporation partners with Manila City to deploy persons with disabilities as station service aides, aiming to provide employment opportunities and enhance operational efficiency.
DOLE Urges Leave for Child Measles-Rubella Vaccinations
The Department of Labor and Employment encourages employers to allow employees with young children to take leave for measles-rubella vaccinations, supporting a national health initiative.
DMW Enhances Protections for Filipino Seafarers
The Department of Migrant Workers is finalizing new standard contracts focused on compensation for sick or injured seafarers, collaborating with industry leaders to improve their welfare.
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DOLE Calls on Businesses to Aid Measles-Rubella Vaccination
The Department of Labor and Employment encourages private companies to host vaccination sites and grant leave for employees with young children during the DOH's immunization campaign.
14th-Month Pay Debate: Relief vs. Burden
The proposed 14th-month pay for private-sector workers sparks debate on economic relief versus business sustainability, examining historical context and implementation challenges.
PhilHealth Davao 2026 Interest Waiver for Employers
PhilHealth Davao Region introduces a one-time interest waiver for missed premium payments from 2013-2024, aiming to help delinquent employers settle obligations and improve compliance rates.
Dole-Davao Sets Wage Rules for February 2026 Holidays
The Department of Labor and Employment-Davao Region reminds employers and employees about wage regulations for Chinese New Year and Edsa People Power Revolution holidays in February 2026.
PRO-NIR Starts Recruitment for Non-Uniformed Police Staff
The Police Regional Office-Negros Island Region begins its first recruitment phase for Non-Uniformed Personnel, targeting 40 positions across four offices in the region.
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Lapu-Lapu Pre-Valentine's Job Fair with 1,469 Openings
Lapu-Lapu City Government's Peso organizes a Pre-Valentine's Day Job Fair on February 13, 2026, featuring 1,469 job vacancies across multiple sectors to boost local employment.
PRO-NIR Recruits 40 Non-Uniformed Personnel in First Batch
The Police Regional Office in Negros Island Region begins interviewing 120 applicants for 40 NUP roles across Negros Occidental, Negros Oriental, Siquijor, and Bacolod City.
DOLE Provides Jobs for 1,132 Mayon Volcano-Displaced Workers
The Department of Labor and Employment has allocated over P5.3 million for emergency employment, benefiting displaced workers in Mayon's danger zone through the Tupad program.
OFWs in South Korea Get 2.9% Minimum Wage Increase
The Department of Migrant Workers announces that more than 25,000 OFWs in South Korea will benefit from a 2.9% minimum wage hike effective January 1, 2026, covering all industries and ensuring equal treatment with local employees.
PH Unemployment Rate Steady at 4.4% in Dec 2025
The Philippines' unemployment rate remained at 4.4% in December 2025, unchanged from November but higher year-on-year, with labor force participation declining, according to PSA data.
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Taxi Driver's Work Relationship Advice from Papa Joe
A taxi driver named Lando writes to Papa Joe about a relief driver who started well but became disrespectful and negligent, seeking guidance on handling the deteriorating work relationship.
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