Category : Labor Employment


No Extra Pay for EDSA 40th Anniversary Work Day

The Department of Labor and Employment confirms February 25, 2026, a Special Working Day for the EDSA Revolution anniversary, will not require holiday pay, following standard wage rules.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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