Lapu-Lapu JO Workers Receive P60 Daily Wage Increase
Lapu-Lapu City's Job Order personnel receive a P60 daily wage increase to P528, with backpay from January 2025. Learn how this ordinance supports workers amid rising costs.
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Lapu-Lapu City JO Workers Receive P60 Daily Wage Increase
Lapu-Lapu City Government job order personnel now earn P528 daily, a P60 increase. Eligible workers will receive differential pay from Jan 1 to Nov 30, 2025. Learn more about this boost for local workers.
Dole-Davao Boosts Fisherfolk Livelihood in Davao Occidental
Dole-Davao provides P587,250 livelihood aid to two Sta. Maria fisherfolk associations to support sustainable fishing and income diversification. Read more.
DOLE: Submit 13th Month Pay Report by Jan 15, 2026
DOLE mandates all private employers to submit their 13th month pay compliance reports by January 15, 2026. Learn the requirements and submit via the DERS portal.
DOLE-12 Helps 27,000 Jobseekers in Soccsksargen
DOLE Region 12's 81 job fairs in 2025 connected over 27,000 jobseekers with employers, resulting in 1,680 immediate hires. Discover how they're boosting employment in Soccsksargen.
DOLE's Non-Negotiable Safety Warning for Fireworks Industry
As New Year revelry approaches, DOLE issues a stern reminder on pyrotechnics safety after 188 injuries were recorded last year. Discover the risks and safer alternatives for celebration.
DOLE: Fireworks Industry Must Strictly Follow Safety Standards
DOLE Secretary Bienvenido Laguesma mandates strict OSH compliance for the hazardous pyrotechnics industry ahead of New Year celebrations. Monitoring intensifies with BFP, PNP, and LGUs.
SSS to Open Foreign Offices, Increase Pensions in 2026
SSS plans overseas expansion to Madrid, San Francisco, Macau, a second pension hike in Sept 2026, and extended emergency loans. Read about the 2026 reforms.
DOLE: Safety in Pyrotechnics Industry is Non-Negotiable
DOLE Secretary Laguesma mandates strict OSH compliance for pyrotechnics manufacturers and sellers ahead of New Year celebrations. Field personnel to coordinate with BFP, PNP, and LGUs for monitoring.
NMP Hits Record Trainee Numbers, Secures P427-M Budget
The National Maritime Polytechnic sets a new record by training 22,972 seafarers in 2025. President Marcos visits, P427-million budget approved for major upgrades. Read more.
DMW Closes 32 Firms in Illegal Recruitment Crackdown
The DMW closed a record 32 firms and removed nearly 80,000 social media posts in 2025 for illegal recruitment. Learn how this protects OFWs.
DOLE Holiday Pay Rules for Dec 24 & 25, 2025
DOLE clarifies holiday pay rates for employees working on Dec 24 & 25, 2025. Know your rights for special non-working day and regular holiday compensation.
3,000 Job Orders for $500 Minimum Wage for OFWs
The DMW says 3,000 job orders now meet the new $500 minimum wage for Filipino domestic workers, with Malaysia and Hong Kong leading adoption. Read the latest updates.
DOLE: Holiday Pay Rules for Dec 24 & 25, 2025
DOLE outlines pay rules for Dec 24 & 25, 2025. Workers get extra pay for Christmas Eve & Day. Know your rights this holiday season.
BARMM Kasambahay Wage Increase to P5,500 in 2026
Domestic workers in BARMM will see their minimum monthly wage rise to P5,500 starting January 2026. Learn about the new wage order and its coverage.
16 Hired at Bacolod Christmas Job Fair
Bacolod's PESO Christmas Job Fair sees 16 immediate hires. Over 40 companies participated, aiding thousands in finding holiday season employment. Read the full story.
DOLE Deadline: 13th Month Pay Report Due Jan 15, 2026
DOLE mandates all private firms to submit their 13th month pay compliance report via the online portal by January 15, 2026. Ensure your business meets the deadline.
DOLE Reminds Employers on 13th Month Pay Report Deadline
DOLE mandates private firms to submit their 13th month pay compliance report via the online portal by January 15, 2026. Ensure your business is compliant.
Cebu Gov't Employees Set for P55K Holiday Bonus
Over 1,000 Cebu provincial employees could get bonuses up to P55,000 this Christmas. The supplemental budget will be discussed on December 22. Read the details.
Bill Aims for Civil Service Eligibility for Casual Gov't Workers
A new bill filed in Congress proposes granting Civil Service Eligibility to casual and contractual government employees after five years of continuous efficient service, unlocking benefits and job security. Learn more about this push for justice in the pu
Cebu Capitol Staff Set for P55K Holiday Bonuses
Regular employees of Cebu Provincial Government may receive up to P55,000 in bonuses this Christmas. Release expected after December 25. Read the full story.
P85M Benefits Approved for Negros Occidental Employees
Negros Occidental's provincial board greenlights P85 million in Service Recognition Incentive and gratuity pay for employees. Bacolod City also approves similar benefits, aiming for pre-Christmas release.
DPWH Massive Hiring of Engineers Starts January 2026
The DPWH announces nationwide job fairs to hire fresh engineers and accountants, aiming for deep reform after a multi-billion peso flood control scandal. Read more.
SSS Emergency Loans Start in December with Low Interest
President Marcos announces SSS emergency loan program for members, offering 7% interest and a 6-month payment moratorium. Learn how to avail of this financial relief.
Gov't Imposes Hiring Cap on COS, JO Workers
The Philippine government sets a hiring ceiling for contractual workers starting 2025. Learn how this move impacts public sector employment and worker welfare.
Pag-IBIG Raffles Award P500K, Boost Membership
Pag-IBIG Fund's year-end raffles awarded prizes up to P500,000, successfully expanding membership among OFWs and informal workers while promoting its loan programs. Learn how to join.
OFWs Reach 2.19M in 2024, Remittances Grow
The number of Overseas Filipino Workers climbed to 2.19 million in 2024. Discover key trends on destinations, demographics, and the P262.2 billion in remittances sent home.
1,000 Candaba Students Receive SPES Financial Aid
Around 1,000 students in Candaba, Pampanga received P11,070 each from the SPES program, a joint effort by the LGU and DOLE to support education. Learn how this initiative helps local youth.
Cebu City Casual Workers to Receive Gratuity Pay Up to P7K
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival clarifies that casual and job order workers will receive a gratuity pay, not a bonus, before Christmas. Find out the eligibility and amounts.
Cebu City: P7,000 for JO Workers is Gratuity Pay, Not Bonus
Mayor Nestor Archival clarifies that the P7,000 aid for Cebu City's casual and job order workers is a gratuity pay, not a Christmas bonus, aligning with national guidelines. Over 3,000 workers to benefit.
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